Antique Late 19th Century French Prosthetic Leg

Antique late 19th century French prosthetic leg

This prosthetic leg has actually been worn and made it possible for its wearer to walk again after losing a leg. The prosthesis could be worn by fastening the top hald on the wearers stump.
It was made by Aurert in the French city of Lyon.

It’s an unique oddity that would be the perfect addition to any medical collection or cabinet of curiosities!
It makes you fantasize about its storie; it might have been worn by a pirate or captain Ahab!

After more than a century the prosthesis remains in used condition and shows signs of wear and time.
It is treated with antique wax and all leather parts have been cleaned and treated with leather grease.

Measurements:
length leg: 90 cm
length top half: 38 cm
length bottom half: 52 cm