A microtome and knife instrument, in a leather case measuring 18.5 x 7 x 3.5 cm. The reddish brown leather case has a metal slide clasp and purple velvet liner. The manufacturers name is stamped in gold on the case lid. The instrument and case were donated by W.C. Adams, M.D., in November 1959. A typed provenance card reads: Microtome and knife belonged to Dr. Michael A. Flinn, first professor of physiology, University of Oregon Medical School, 1887-1902. Gift of Dr. W. Claude Adams. The case and instrument are both in good condition.
Digital photograph of a microtome and knife instrument in its leather case. The case has been opened to show the instrument, and a typed provenance card has been set on the inner lid. The card reads: Microtome and knife belonged to Dr. Michael A. Flinn, first professor of physiology, University of Oregon Medical School, 1887-1902. Gift of Dr. W. Claude Adams.
Medical Museum Collection, Box 24