Armand Vaast nasal spray - Oil vaporizer - Antique remedy
In its box
Used in otolaryngology, it was intended for nasal or oral sprays in the treatment of colds and antiseptic treatment of the respiratory tract.
Description
Armand Vaast nasal spray - Oil vaporizer - Antique remedy
The spray consists of a rubber bulb topped with a glass bulb with a cork stopper. Inside is a curved glass tube.
This device, marketed by Armand Vaast, based on Rue de l'Odéon in Paris, was hugely successful with the medical profession.
It was used to spray oils and medicinal liquids in mist form, used in otorhinolaryngology, employed in the treatment of respiratory conditions, colds, nose, throat, larynx and antiseptic treatment of the respiratory tract.
First half of the 20th century.
Comes with its cylindrical box in good condition.
In good condition, the rubber is still flexible!
Here is an advertisement from the period:

Height of diffuser: 14cm
Height of box: 15cm