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Ten diagrams illustrating various methods of delivering a baby using forceps. Etching, 1791.

Six diagrams of babies being delivered with the aid of forceps and three illustrations of obstetrical instruments. Engraving.

The ventouse : the obstetric vacuum extractor / [by] J.A. Chalmers.

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Ten diagrams illustrating various methods of delivering a baby using forceps. Etching, 1791.

The ventouse : the obstetric vacuum extractor / [by] J.A. Chalmers.

Six diagrams of babies being delivered with the aid of forceps and three illustrations of obstetrical instruments. Engraving.