Automatic flytrap machine, crank operated

Maker
Owari Tokei Kaushiki Kwaisha
Date
Circa 1900
 Description
Automatic fly trap machine by Owari Tokei Kaushiki Kwaisha. Consists of cranked cogs which turn wooden blocks. Flies are attracted through blocks by syrup and enter wire cage at top. It is missing its discarding panel (sits at back of cage) to empty out dead flies, and cranking key.

History of Object

Probably used in hospital wards, etc. College of Pharmacy collection.
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Object detail

Maker
Date
Circa 1900
Medium
wood, surface finish, brass, wire and other metal
Measurements
24.3 x 25.5 x 15.1 cm
Accession Number
MHM02187
Credit line
Previously The University of Melbourne Collection, gift of the College of Pharmacy, 1986
Inscriptions
maker's mark ▫ stamped on maker's plate: 'TRADEMARK/No. 23359/No. 27748/MANUFACTURED BY/OWARI TOKEI/KAUSHIKI KWAISHA/NAGOYA JAPAN' and Japanese writing
Object Type
equipment
Medical History Museum Category
Medical Specialties
Museum
Medical History Museum

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