Artificial right leg, Scotland, 1914-1918

Temporary wooden right below knee leg made for Erskine House (Scotland). Both socket and thigh corset are made of 3-ply wood. Side struts with simple knee joints. "Clapper" type foot and ankle. Made during 1914-18 war. (Weight: 5.25 lbs 2.3 kg).

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

3161177

Title

Artificial right leg, Scotland, 1914-1918

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- overall: 290 mm x 920 mm x 280 mm, 2.3kg