{"product_id":"antique-french-dr-eguisier-medical-irrigator-late-19th-century","title":"Antique French Dr. Eguisier Medical Irrigator, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"494\" class=\"\"\u003eA rare 19th-century French medical irrigator known as the “Irrigateur du Docteur Eguisier”, crafted in pewter with brass fittings and a spring-operated internal mechanism. Invented in the 1840s, this type of apparatus was designed to provide a controlled, continuous flow of liquid through a base-mounted tap, making it an important innovation in early medical and personal hygiene equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eThe front brass plaque reads “Seul Véritable Irrigateur du Dr. Eguisier” and refers to exhibition recognition from 1849and 1867, reflecting the device’s long commercial presence during the 19th century. Operated by winding the top brass key, the piece combines mechanical ingenuity with strong historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14at72t\" data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003cbr data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eBrand \/ Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dr. Eguisier \/ J. 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Presented as a historical collectible and decorative object; not intended for practical use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eA fascinating 19th-century French medical object, ideal for collectors of scientific instruments, medical history, and unusual antique mechanical pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003cbr\u003eAll our products are vintage or antique items that have been previously used and loved. As such, they may display signs of age, wear, imperfections, or minor defects that add to their unique charm and authenticity. Some items in our collection have been carefully restored or preserved, while others have been left in their original untouched condition to honor their history and character. We invite you to appreciate the stories these timeless pieces carry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Aateeq","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54584686707030,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/4815\/7014\/files\/DSC_0023-Edited_547328c0-db68-4dc3-a4d5-c8e6d0d0e4f9.jpg?v=1789045568","url":"https:\/\/aateeq.com\/products\/antique-french-dr-eguisier-medical-irrigator-late-19th-century","provider":"Aateeq","version":"1.0","type":"link"}