In 1679, French physicist Denis Papin (1647-1712?) invented the steam digester, forerunner of the domestic pressure cooker, which was used for softening bones.

Picture Reference: 10182360
Subject: SOCIETY & WARS > Domestic Life & Household Management > Cookers, Solid-Fuel
Inventory No.: 1860-0015
Credit: Science Museum

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