Interesting piece, for learning or unique vintage decor. Sherwood Medical Industries started creating these Laryngoscopic Mankins in 1967. This looks to be in great condition; the power cord is intact and the light works (pictured).
The drawer houses transparency slides to insert for viewing without the gagging of a human subject. Slides are labeled and numbered. Psycho-surrealism, Fantastic Planet, 1970's, 1960's, strange, mad scientist.