Name/Title
Leech carriersDescription
Leeches were transported in pewter or silver carriers, placed on various predetermined areas of the body, and were often directed toward difficult to reach places such as the mouth, larynx, ear, conjunctiva, rectum, and vagina by way of small glass leech tubes. (top left to right) glass, silver, and pewter “pot a sansues” by Niolas Bolceroise (1790–1810); (bottom) small glass leech tubeCondition
Overall Condition
Very GoodDate Examined
Jul 9, 2026Create Date
July 9, 2026Update Date
August 23, 2026