Summary
Acrylic eye prosthesis made by Loyer Artificial Eyes, Burwood,Victoria, circa 1999.
The round artificial eye has a blue iris and red blood vessels have been painted onto the sclera (white section).
The prosthesis is inserted into the eye socket and held in place by the eyelid of the patient. Acrylic eyes can replace a portion of the damaged eye or the entire eye.
Physical Description
Round artificial eye with black pupil, blue iris and irregular fine red lines painted on the white section.
Significance
Example of contemporary medical prosthetics used in Victoria, Australia.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Patrick Loyer - Loyer Artificial Eyes, 26 Jul 1999
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Manufacturer
Patrick Loyer - Loyer Artificial Eyes, 13 Dion Street, Burwood, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1999
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Overall Dimensions
10 mm (Height), 24 mm (Outside Diameter)
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