An exceptional piece of medical history with an elite British provenance. This imposing 40cm brass syringe was manufactured by the storied firm of Arnold & Sons following their 1921 merger with John Bell & Croyden—the legendary pharmacists and surgical instrument makers to the British Royal Family.
 
Operating from their landmark headquarters at 50-52 Wigmore Street, London, this partnership represented the absolute pinnacle of medical supply, serving the Harley Street elite and the Royal Household.
 
Key Features:
Documented Plaque: Features the detailed brass maker's plaque citing the prestigious Wigmore Street W1 address.
 
Master Craftsmanship: A heavy, spun-brass barrel paired with a classic hand-turned wooden handle.
 
Size & Presence: At 40cm, this is a "Grand Format" instrument, designed for professional clinical use rather than a domestic kit.
 
Historical Context:
John Bell & Croyden have famously held the Royal Warrant for over a century and were even responsible for creating the sacred Anointing Oil used in the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. This syringe dates to the era of King George V, a time when the firm was at the height of its international reputation for excellence.
 
Condition:
The syringe is in remarkable original condition. The brass retains a warm, unpolished antique glow, and the wooden handle is solid with no cracks. The plaque is clear and bright—a true centrepiece for any collection of London-centric or Royal-interest antiques.
 
Clyster syringes were made of brass, pewter or wood and used to administer an enema (or "clyster") to inject liquids into the rectum. Common from the 17th to 19th centuries, they were primarily used to treat constipation, purge the bowels, or to deliver medicine.
 
Dimensions: 40cm (Length)
 
This item is offered strictly as a curiosity/collectable only with no practical purpose.