Summary
Negative copy of a photograph depicting a poisoning display at the Institute of Applied Science, circa 1960s.
The display is titled 'Accidental Poisoning' and highlights the dangers of kerosene, lead, sleeping tablets, furniture polish, shoe dye, marking ink and crayons (containing aniline dyes), and poisonous berries (holly, privet, cestrum and potato). The display panels highlight dangers to children, with text such as 'Children are the most frequent victims of accidental acute poisoning' and 'The age group 1-3 years covers nearly all cases admitted to hospital'.
Description of Content
Poisoning Display, Institute of Applied Science.
Physical Description
Black and white silver gelatin negative.
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Place & Date Depicted
Science Museum of Victoria (SMV), 328 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1960s
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Format
Negatives - Copy, Black & White
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Keywords
Museum History, Display Boards, Display Cabinets, Displays, Health & Well-Being