Glass Nipple Shield in Original Box (Bout de sein, circa 1900)

ID: k01645
Category: Other
Subcategory: Other
Location: Old store

Condition: Použité, poškozené

Description: This unique item of clear blown glass is a historical aid for breastfeeding mothers, known by its French name "Bout de sein cristal". It was used at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries to protect sensitive or sore nipples and to facilitate breastfeeding. The shield stands out for its delicate craftsmanship and specific shape, which was designed to meet the hygiene and comfort requirements of the time. It is an exceptionally interesting collector's artifact in the field of medical history, obstetrics, and childcare, rarely preserved in such a fragile form.

750 Kč / €31