Ritter Intra-Oral Stereoscope & Diagnostic Lamp

Details

This fascinating mid-20th-century medical device is an exceptional piece of dental engineering from the Ritter Dental Mfg. Co. of Rochester, N.Y. Designed as a dual tool, the apparatus allowed dentists of the era to analyze "stereo-radiographs" to obtain a three-dimensional view of the patient's dental structure through its adjustable binocular lenses. By lowering the lenses, the device transformed into a diagnostic lamp with diffused light, facilitating the visualization of flat X-rays on its frosted glass screen. With its iconic "piano black" enamel finish, circular cast iron base, and nickel hardware, it represents the golden age of robust and functional medical equipment, remaining today a highly desired object for collectors of scientific antiques or industrial-vintage decor.

• Total height: 35.5 cm

• Base diameter: 19 cm

• Viewer width: 15 cm

• Body depth: 26.5 cm

(One unit available)