Fluvita - Medical instrument - Electrotherapy device - wood-glass-metal-leather
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Selected by Ashley Calvert
He has 15 years of experience trading 20th century glass and antiques.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Rare Fluvita high‑frequency electrotherapy device, circa 1920s–1950s, French origin, complete in its original red case with control unit, application handle with cable, glass electrodes and original fittings, in good condition with age-related wear.
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Rare FLUVITA electrotherapy device – circa 1920 – Complete in its carrying case
For sale, an antique high-frequency electrotherapy device of the FLUVITA brand, probably dating from the 1920s-1950s. Probably French and sold by Manufrance.
Presented in its original red case, this set includes:
- The FLUVITA control unit 110/220 volts
- The application handle with its insulated cable
- Several glass electrodes of different shapes
- The original compartments and fixings
- The case with handle and metal clasps
The set shows a beautiful patina and normal signs of wear given its age. The case is marked in places, but it retains a lot of charm and authenticity.
Very nice item for a collector of antique medical equipment, cabinet of curiosities, museum, pharmacy decor, or historical filming.
Old device not tested, sold as-is, only as a collectible or decorative object. It must not be plugged in or used for medical purposes without prior inspection by a qualified professional.
Shipping with reinforced packaging, at the buyer’s risk.
Rare FLUVITA electrotherapy device – circa 1920 – Complete in its carrying case
For sale, an antique high-frequency electrotherapy device of the FLUVITA brand, probably dating from the 1920s-1950s. Probably French and sold by Manufrance.
Presented in its original red case, this set includes:
- The FLUVITA control unit 110/220 volts
- The application handle with its insulated cable
- Several glass electrodes of different shapes
- The original compartments and fixings
- The case with handle and metal clasps
The set shows a beautiful patina and normal signs of wear given its age. The case is marked in places, but it retains a lot of charm and authenticity.
Very nice item for a collector of antique medical equipment, cabinet of curiosities, museum, pharmacy decor, or historical filming.
Old device not tested, sold as-is, only as a collectible or decorative object. It must not be plugged in or used for medical purposes without prior inspection by a qualified professional.
Shipping with reinforced packaging, at the buyer’s risk.
Details
No. of items
1
Model
Electrotherapy device
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
wood-glass-metal-leather
Designer/artist/maker
Fluvita
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Length
31 cm
Width
26 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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