During the late 1800s, "cooling" tables such as this were used to embalm the bodies of deceased people in their own homes. The wood framed wicker cooling table allowed air to reach the underside of the body. It also folded in half for easy transport with a carrying handle. Content can be used with the following standards: 4th grade SS 4.25 Technological Changes in a lesson on medical advances of the late 1800s and early 1900s. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.013.006 [Table, Embalming]
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