Old vacuum bell, vacuum pump with glass top, bell and intact system. The last known use of this object dates from the post-war period. The doctor's children told us about capturing snakes and using the pump to extract the venom before selling it to the village pharmacist, in Limousin, to make a little pocket money. Can be used for its primary purpose or be diverted for decoration as a bell or bridal globe. Object of cabinet of curiosities par excellence. Item in very good condition. Dimensions of the glass top: 30x30. Dimensions of the bell: 24x36. Dimensions: H38 x L30 x D30