Record

Reference NumberMIMM/2017-14/17
TitleSquare of Cloth
Date1900-1949
DescriptionThis is a square section of cloth that has been folded repeatedly into four sections. Its use is currently unknown.

It is double-lined. On one side, discoloration is present, with spots of blue staining along three of the edges, and in the middle of the square. It also has a V-shape stain on one angle.
The other side is not discoloured.
The use of this particular cloth is unknown, but linens of this type would have been used for various purposes during physical examinations or surgeries as bendages, to sterilise or medicate the area.
Extent1 item
Dimensions210mmx210mmx3mm
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameNapkin
TermTextiles
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/5866O'Leary; John (fl. mid twentieth century); physicianfl. mid twentieth century
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