995.4.107: Prostate Masseur, c. 1920

Additional Images

995.4.107: Prostate Masseur.
Image No. 1905 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

Metal probe, graduating to enlarged rounded tip, shaped for insertion into rectum. Attached to wider handle by means of curved narrow neck. Handle made to rest in palm with thumb and forefinger hollows. 'KNY-SCHEERER GERMANY' and trademark [serpent entwined around a staff with crown] stamped into surface.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 995.4.107
Collection: Urology
Date: c. 1920

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 27 cm
  • Width: 2.6 cm
  • Depth: 2 cm

Object Parts

Object Materials

  • plating,
  • steel

Acquisition Detail

  • Manufacturer: Jetter & Scheerer
  • Supplier: Kny-Scheerer Corporation
  • Owner: Dr. Andrew Davidson
  • History of Use: Prostatic massage was also a technique used in treatment of gonorrhea before penicillin. Used by Dr Andrew Davidson [1885-1972] a military doctor [Captain] and a noted dermatologist who served in both WW1 and WW2. Invented PULHEMS system for classification of soldiers.