Dentist's water syringe, c 1920-1935.

Pravaz type hypodermic syringe, French, 1855-1890.

Pravaz-type hypodermic syringe, late 19th century.

Hypodermic syringe with a spare needle and metal case, late 19th century.

District Nurse's Kit, 1930-70.

Hypodermic syringe, English, c 1860.

Ivory diptych sundial, 1501-1600.

Ivory diptych sundial, 1501-1600.

Corals in various stages of development, 1725.

Circus tightrope walkers in action, c 1930s

Tobold's laryngeal syringe, early 20th century.

Tobold's laryngeal syringe, early 20th century.