'HELPING HAND'

CH1975.338

This implement is a forerunner of what is now known as a 'helping hand' or 'easy reacher'. It is a device for picking up light objects which are out of reach. Possibly used by park attendants or incapacitated people who cannot bend.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: CH1975.338
Accession Date: 1 Aug 1975

Material

Wood/Wood0 - Whole
Steel/Metal0 - Whole

Measurement

length1240mm

 


 

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