Antique c. 1920 Albosol Diagnostic Light, Albosol Light Co. Philadelphia, Cased Physician's Examination Lamp

A cased Albosol Diagnostic Light by the Albosol Light Company of Philadelphia, an early battery-powered examination lamp from the era when physicians were first bringing portable electric light to the bedside. Small diagnostic lights of the 1910s and 20s were used to transilluminate sinuses, examine the throat and skin, and illuminate the examining table on house calls. Housed in its fitted leather case with period gilt lettering.