Summary
Letter spike made by a patient in a psychiatric hospital in Victoria Australia, circa 1850. It was probably used in the wards or offices to organize paperwork.
Physical Description
Hand made letter spike with a heavy lead base that is uneven and circular in shape. Above a thick edge that is grooved and chipped in places there is a curved sloping step to a small circular plateau. A pointed spike (which is slightly bent) protrudes out from a hole in the centre.
Significance
Example of works created by patients in psychaitric hospitals in Victoria Australia
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, 06 Jun 1985
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Place Made
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Place Used
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Classification
Medicine & health, Mental health - administration, Equipment
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
9 cm (Length), 17 cm (Height)
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References
Card with exhibit. Oral history.
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Keywords
Hospitals, Occupational Therapy, Office Equipment, Psychiatric Hospitals, Making History - Psych Services
