Saturday, August 19, 2006

Komombow's surgical tablet


Ancient Egypt had medicine since its archaic history and they practiced surgery since 3000 B C. Besides the finds of the ancient surgical instruments, we still count Komombow's surgical tablet to be the most fascinating. It shows all instruments that any expert still to use, forceps ,spatulae , hooks ,pinchers ,spoons, needles ,saws ,pipes ,Air cups, sensitive scales and birthing chairs. This carving is more than 2000 years old.

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Art in ancient Egypt ! My T.V talk today! I hope you find it enjoyable!💙💙💙

Art in ancient Egypt ! My T.V talk today! I hope you find it enjoyable!