corrosion.
For an object that might come into contact with liquids and require repeated cleaning, a sturdy metal construction made practical sense.
Over time, brass also develops a distinctive patina.
That aged appearance is one reason antique brass veterinary equipment can be particularly attractive to collectors today.
How Was It Used?
The general principle was straightforward.
A liquid treatment was placed into the device, which could then be used to administer the liquid orally to a horse.
However, giving medicine to a large animal was never as simple as handing