Ombredanne Mask For Ether Anesthesia, C. 1920

Louis Ombredanne (1871-1956), a French surgeon who played an important role during the First World War, invented his ether breathing apparatus in 1908. It was subsequently widely used and marketed throughout Europe. In France, they were mainly marketed by Collin and a little Luer. This copy is not signed, but most certainly of French manufacture. He is complete with his rubber mask and pig bladder. The large inhaler cap and round rotating handle are unusually shaped, not attributable to Collin or Luer. In addition, the copy has retained various accessories mounted on the inhaler and several accessories for ENT use. Everything is kept in its original wooden box measuring 26x17x15 cm.