An Antique Prosthetic Hand

early 20th century, in carved hardwood with brass and steel mechanism, thumb, index and middle fingers have single articulations and are sprung. They are opposed by the central pulley and have rubberised pulps for grip. The index and middle fingers move together, the ring finger is articulated at proximal and distal phalanges and can be moved passively for aesthetic positioning. There is a locking mechanism (currently not operating) in the palm, 24cm including steel rod