Late 19th Century Antique French Scientific Curiosity Leather Lace Up Child's Plaster Leg Braces- a Pair

Description

Original condition late 19th century antique French child's/young woman's leg brace. In the genre of scientific curiosities comes this one-of-a-kind … more Original condition late 19th century antique French child's/young woman's leg brace. In the genre of scientific curiosities comes this one-of-a-kind two piece leg brace that would have belonged to a child or young woman. Constructed of plaster with occasional holes for letting air in and/or being able to scratch an itch. The edges are bound in leather with metal rivets used to lace them on. Mount them on metal or wood stands, hang them as part of a gallery wall, or frame in plexi-glass box frames. Because of their sculptural quality, one could mistake them for a piece of modern art!

Dimensions:
6.75" W x 2.75" D x 23.75" H both

In very good antique condition considering age and history. Zoom in on photos to see any imperfections including an aged patina and some damage to the leather trim and surface of the plaster. less