C. 1800. Oversized Engraving on Laid: Surgical Tools tabacco box and really love the patterning

and really love the patterning of the blonde and darker wood--product of a very labor intensive effort

Some wear around the holes in his arms but overall very good condition and structurally sound

and continues to operate today

just nice wear and softening  to the blue paint

C. 1800. Oversized Engraving on Laid: Surgical Tools tabacco box and really love the patterningOne of three engravings I am listing, c. 1800 or maybe a little earlier, all from the same volume, which I have not identified. I just love the rendering of all of these very particular surgical tools together, and especially that image near center of the elevator in use, set upon a titled head! Perhaps just the right thing for a medical officeor gift for an aspiring surgeon! 16 1 4 x 9 1 4. Very good antique condition, no tears or creases, just some