Kidney Bowls

Historical information

This medical / hospital equipment was used in the Tawonga District General Hospital which was built in the 1950s specifically for the increase in population due to the Kiewa Hydro Scheme.

Significance

Historical: Shows the development of scientific hospital equipment. Provenance: Used in the Tawonga District General Hospital which was remote and therefore required good equipment.

Physical description

Tin kidney shaped dish/bowl used as a utility dish. Two the same.
Cream colour except for black edges.

Inscriptions & markings

A little scratched

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