Identity area
Reference code
Title
Date(s)
- 1854-present (Creation)
Level of description
Series
Extent and medium
c. 6 linear metres
Context area
Name of creator
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Various artefacts relating to the history of the hospital and the West Lodge estate, Putney Heath. These can be broadly categorized as the following: house features and signs, including sample of 18th century clay flooring, marble colonnades and early twentieth century light switch; household utensils, such as engraved spoons; medical equipment, assistive technology and early wheelchair; branded lapel badges showing the change of names of the hospital and finally decorative gifts recieved by the hospital, including ornate cups and medals.
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Some of these items are currently unavailable as they are undergoing conservation treatment.
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Variety of material including ornate metalwork ornaments, wooden signs, loose and boxed medical equipment and devices, wheelchair and walker.