Minimal and striking image of the solar eclipse. Very deep blue on heavy Arches watercolor paper. Image is printed using the cyanotype photographic method. The paper is hand coated, exposed, washed and press dried. Piece is printed on a full sheet leaving the natural deckle edge of the paper. Measures 22" x 30"

Meditative and simple the water image is printed on heavy watercolor Arches hand maid paper. The piece is on a full untrimmed sheet measuring 22.5" x 30" and retains the natural deckle edge. Hand coated, printed and pressed this piece is made using the cyanotype photographic method and is hand crafted all the way through the printing process.  The final outcome is a permanent deep blue cyan against the white of the paper.

Iconic and simple the Skull cyanotype is an excellent center piece. Printed on heavy  Arches French watercolor paper the print measures 22" x 30". Nice deep indigo against the white of the paper for a crisp contrast. 

In January 1986, Dr. O.H. Frazier of the Texas Heart Institute (THI) initiated clinical trials for the Thoratec HeartMate IP LVAS (implantable pneumatic). THI was the first center to take part in these studies, and its surgeons and researchers played a key role in establishing that the pumps could sustain patients with heart failure. In October 1994, final marketing approval was received from the US Food and Drug Administration.

The pneumatic (air-driven) LVAS is a titanium alloy pump that weighs 570 grams and consists of a blood chamber, an air chamber, a drive-line, and inflow and outflow conduits. Each conduit is a titanium cage that contains a 25-mm porcine (pig) valve within a woven Dacron™-fabric graft. A flexible polyurethane diaphragm separates the blood chamber and the air chamber. Textured surfaces within the blood chamber promote the development of a cellular lining, which helps prevent blood clots and infection. With a stroke volume of 83 milliliters and a maximum pumping rate of 140 beats per minute, the IP LVAS can provide flow rates of up to 12 liters per minute.

The last photo shows our current stock of Artificial Heart devices. These pieces are useful research objects for physicians or engineers, and make a useful historical catalog for your research museum.

This very hard to find and in great condition collection features 132 stereoscopic cards of skin diseases. The stereo viewer creates a three dimensional effect.  Each card is printed on very heavy card board stock and have a very strong colors that are sharp and not faded. The back of the card explains the type of condition and cure. The cures are quite primitive and more hazardous than the skin disease at times. I have shown just a small glimpse of the collection to give you an idea. The collection is complete and comes in the original stereo viewer and box (that has been reinforced over the years) . Each card measures: 5" x 7" and has normal wear to edges of cards--several have age old stains. Comes with slide id sheet.

Prosthetic hand and arm, circa 1930s. Could be operated via a cable running from its end near the wrist and attached to the arm of the prosthesis. The proximity and angle of the would in turn dictate the opening and closing of the prosthesis. Made of enameled wood, metal springs, aluminum and leather.

Piece in in nice old condition with worn paint and signs of use.

During the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in the 70's these pictorial rugs have become a tradition of telling a story. It is a historical marker of events, horrors, and yearning for peace. The rugs at first glance can seem unsettling but what they really are is a record of a point in time in a land of constant war. Some of these are made by weavers living in the north and are sometimes sold near military bases. The history of woven rugs contain symbols and characters that are ancient in tradition and passed down to future weavers. These rugs are contemporary versions, of that tradition, that carry symbols of recent events serving as a grim reminder, and also a constant bid for peace (note the dove carrying the olive branch) .  We have three different types in stock. Each is hand woven and made out of wool.  This piece measures 23.5" x 30"

During the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in the 70's these pictorial rugs have become a tradition of telling a story. It is a historical marker of events, horrors, and yearning for peace. The rugs at first glance can seem unsettling but what they really are is a record of a point in time in a land of constant war. Some of these are made by weavers living in the north and are sometimes sold near military bases. The history of woven rugs contain symbols and characters that are ancient in tradition and passed down to future weavers. These rugs are contemporary versions, of that tradition, that carry symbols of recent events serving as a grim reminder, and also a constant bid for peace (note the dove carrying the olive branch).  We have three different types in stock. Each is hand woven and made out of wool.  This piece measures: 23" x 30"

A very cool and versatile cubby unit from 1931 made by Putnam. Piece had nice tin-litho printing inside and out with nice wear mounted on a nice wooden structure. Inside cubby holes are marked with the colors of each dye, but would make a great little organizer for small items, tools or paper goods. Suitable for a desk top to keep all your gear nice and tidy or can be used as a remarkable store display. Measures: 19 x 14 x 7" with the cubby openings measuring 2" x 3"

The Operay Multibeam was first invented in the late 1930's as the first shadowless surgical light. It was quite sought after in operation amphitheaters that I have seen many ledgers where this lamp was the department highest equipment purchase for the year. This lamp had a short life span since its powerful arc would react to gasses in the operating room and cause explosions. Its successor was encased in a heavy cast iron housing and not as attractive. 

The mechanism consists of a bulb on the inside that reflects off six tiny concave mirrors that act as the focus to direct the beam through the prismatic lenses bouncing off the mirror plates and creating a singular focus. Typically this lamp had a large counter balance and is anchored to a high ceiling. This piece is just the main housing as it was found in a retired surgeons home in Wisconsin. He had kept the light as a memento from the Mendota Sanitarium that had seen the likes of patients such as Ed Gien among others.

The last few photos show how I have installed it in our show room with the use of scientific clamps to a T-bar as a solution for hanging. You can also add an additional light if you want on the top (socket needed) and hang it in a variety of ways. Meaures 12"to top of lamp (not flush mount) 33" at longest span 

Thick deep red ruby glass with aluminum mounting bracket. Piece is ready to go over a boring simple porcelain socket and spruce up your exit sign. Nicely aged font. Measures: 8" x 8" x 8" H 

Excellent cage lamp dating from the early teens with a retractable bottom opening for easy bulb change. Has original color on wood handle and extra long braided cord. Can be tied up and hung in many possible configurations. Measures 12" L and has a cord over 7' long.