Ear probe
The sharp end of the ear probe was used to instill liquids into the ear. A large ball of wool saturated with the liquid medicament was wrapped around the middle of the probe. By squeezing the wool, the liquid was directed down the shaft of the instrument and into the ear.
Artwork Details
- Title: Ear probe
- Culture: Cypriot
- Medium: Bronze
- Dimensions: Other: 6 1/2in. (16.5cm)
- Classification: Bronzes
- Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
- Object Number: 74.51.5491
- Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art
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ca. 725–675 BCE
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ca. 1250–1050 BCE
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