Glass earwax syringe
Glass earwax syringe
Name/Title
Glass earwax syringeEntry/Object ID
2025.1.591Description
Glass 'test tube' type syringe with a plunger at one end and a small bulbous sphere for insertion into ear, with a hole in it, at the other.Context
There is evidence of ear wax removal as far back as ancient civilisations, where spoons, blades or hooks were used to scoop out the earwax. Roman writings discuss the use of silver or gold spoons. Historically different cultures use ancient practices which might involve plant extracts and also spoons, made from bamboo, wood, silver or other metals. In Western countries syringing became popular in the 1700 and 1800 hundreds and simple irrigation devices were used to direct water into the ear canal. This syringe was made in the 1900s by Ambson & Co.Category
For the body - medical, beauty