Chest protector, London, England, 1870-1901

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Chest protector, London, England, 1870-1901. Science Museum, London. Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0). Source: Wellcome Collection.

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Made from felt, this chest protector is used to help lotions and medical treatments soak into the chest and provide warmth. The makers, S. Maw, Son and Thompson, recommend its use for those with from bronchitis, asthma, rheumatism and pulmonary tuberculosis. It must have been widely known as the maker registered the name 'Medicated Balsamic Chest Promoter' at Stationer's Hall. (Stationer's Hall was used to patent and copyright ideas.) Judging by the size – it measures about 180 mm wide and 260 mm high – it was probably made for a child. maker: S Maw, Son & Thompson Place made: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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