Cupping Collection

Cupping
MODEL RELEASED. Cupping. Cupping, or fire cupping, is a practice derived from Chinese medicine and is used in the treatment of respiratory conditions and musculoskeletal pains

Cupping
MODEL RELEASED. Cupping. Therapist heating cups on a clients back. Cupping, or fire cupping, is a is a practice derived from Chinese medicine

Chad - Cupping - Indigenous medicinal practise
Chad, Central Africa - Cupping - Indigenous medicinal practise. Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a local suction is created on the skin; practitioners believe this

The use of cupping therapy
5307485 The use of cupping therapy.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the use of cupping therapy. Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine)

The bloodletting, 1776. Creator: Abraham Delfos
The bloodletting, 1776

The Cupper (Kopster), 1695. Creator: Cornelis Dusart
The Cupper (Kopster), 1695

One Of My Models At Rest
A portrait sketch of a lady resting on a settee, with her hand cupping her jaw, she is identified as a regular model for the artist. Date: circa 1901

Applying a suction to the breast, illustration from The Works of Hippocrates
STC445978 Applying a suction to the breast, illustration from The Works of Hippocrates, 1934 (colour litho) by Kuhn-Regnier

A woman cupping another, c. 1815 (opaque w / c on paper)
874046 A woman cupping another, c.1815 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 24.2 x19.2 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Scene of a doctor attending a sick man, ceiling painting from the Giardino Segreto
BEN78418 Scene of a doctor attending a sick man, ceiling painting from the Giardino Segreto (fresco) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (workshop of); Palazzo del Te, Mantua

Listening man
Black & white illustration of man cupping ear to listen

Wooden headrest, the headpiece carved in the shape of a pair of cupped hands (wood)
1216355 Wooden headrest, the headpiece carved in the shape of a pair of cupped hands (wood) by Egyptian, First Intermediate Period (c.2125-1975 BC); 12.2x22.4 cm; Ashmolean Museum

An Old Woman Bleeding a Young Woman, known as The Bloodletting, c
5863926 An Old Woman Bleeding a Young Woman, known as The Bloodletting, c.1660 (oil on panel) by Brekelenkam, Quiringh Gerritsz

How to cure illnesses, from Tractatus de Pestilencia (vellum)
XIR125466 How to cure illnesses, from Tractatus de Pestilencia (vellum) by Czech School, (15th century); National University Library, Prague, Czech Republic; Czech, out of copyright

Sketches in the Soudan (engraving)
1591115 Sketches in the Soudan (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 May 1885)

Cupping, wet and dry, as a therapeutic measure, Africa, 1922. Artist: FW Taylor
Cupping, wet and dry, as a therapeutic measure, Africa, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

Cupping, 14th century. The application of heated cups to the skin was thought to draw harmful blood away from diseased organs and so promote healing

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3573
Cupping set in a wooden case with a red lining. The set comprises of six glass cups, two scarificators, a spirit burner, a syringe and a tincture bottle

Feather in Hand

Fire cupping performed on a tourist, Can Tho, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Hands of deity cupping globe

Home Winemaking
Winemaking at home : cupping the wine must after fermentation. Date: 1950s

Caring for the Sick, from L Abbaye de Port-Royal, c. 1710 (gouache on paper)
XIR69803 Caring for the Sick, from L Abbaye de Port-Royal, c.1710 (gouache on paper) by Cochin, Louise Madelaine (1686-1767) (after); Chateau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Take off that veil said the old woman to Candide, illustration
XIR172449 Take off that veil said the old woman to Candide, illustration from chapter 7 of Candide by Francois Voltaire (1694-1778) 1787 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Moreau

Woman cupping hand to ear in studio, (B&W), close-up, portrait

Man cupping hand to ear, posing, smiling, (B&W), portrait

Woman cupping hand at mouth in studio, (B&W), portrait

Two hands cupping heap of soil, close up

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3568
Cased cupping set dating from 1850, England. The set comprises of a scarificator, glass cups, spirit burner, and a tincture bottle

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3552
Cupping set in a brass-bound mahogany case. The set comprises of a brass syringe, scarificator and glass cups. This set would have been used in a procedure called wet cupping

Crude cupping glass, 17th century C017 / 3583
Crude cupping glass dating from the seventeenth century. Cupping procedures were historically used in medicine up until the late nineteenth century

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3575
Cupping set comprising of four cups and two brass and steel scarificators. These are contained within a morocco leather case which bares the word Cookie, in gold letters on the inner lining

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3589
Cupping set dating from around the year 1850, England. This set comprises of a twelve bladed steel and brass scarificator with two cups, a syringe, and a spirit burner

Mechanical scarificators, 19th century C017 / 3564
Two cased single-bladed mechanical scarificators made from brass and steel. Instruments such as these were designed to create wounds on the surface of the skin

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3590
Cupping set dating from around the year 1860, England. This set comprises of four cups and two brass and steel scarificators, complete with a morocco leather case

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3569
Cupping set dating from 1880, France. This set comprises of four cups, a syringe, and a scarificator. This set would have been used in a procedure called wet cupping

Mechanical scarificators, circa 1780-1900 C017 / 3562
A collection of single and multibladed mechanical scarificators. These include examples from England, France and Germany and they date from between 1780 and 1900

Six blade scarificator, 20th century C017 / 3571
Six blade scarificator, made in France around the year 1900. This instrument is made from steel and was designed to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Weisss Scarificator, circa 1820
Weisss New Invented Scarificator made from brass and steel. Scarificators such as this one were used to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Scarificators and blades, circa 1800 C017 / 3559
Three multi-bladed scarificators, with spare blades. Scarificators such as these were used to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Mr. John Taylors cupping set, circa 1870
Cupping set, formerly owned by Mr. John Taylor, obstetrician to Winston Churchills mother. In wet cupping procedures, a vacuum created within glass cups would be used to suck blood out of wounds made

Stele of Doctor and Patient
A stele carved in relief depicting a Greek doctor in Rome examining a childs stomach. Nearby is a container that resembles a cupping vessel

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3567
Cupping set dating from 1850, England. The set includes a brass syringe, scarificator and glass cups. This set would have been used in a procedure called wet cupping

Scarificator, circa 1800 C017 / 3585
Single bladed steel and brass spring scarificator, made in Germany around the year 1800. Scarificators such as these were used to create wounds on the surface of the skin

Single blade scarificator, 18th century C017 / 3574
Single-bladed spring scarificator, made from steel. This instrument was designed to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3581
Cupping set dating from around the year 1860, England. This set comprises of four cups, two brass and steel scarificators, and a spirit burner

Sixteen blade scarificator, circa 1800 C017 / 3556
This nineteenth century surgical instrument comprises of sixteen spring-loaded lancets and was used to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Womans face and hands
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Cupping, an ancient indigenous medicinal practice known as "Chad - Cupping, " has been gaining popularity in recent years. This therapeutic technique involves applying suction to the skin using cups, which are usually made of glass or bamboo. The concept behind cupping is to create a vacuum effect that stimulates blood flow and promotes healing. One can find historical references to cupping dating back centuries. Illustrations from renowned works like "The Works of Hippocrates" depict the application of suction on various body parts, including the breast. Another intriguing artwork from around 1815 showcases a woman performing cupping on another person. In traditional medicine, cupping was often used alongside other treatments for different ailments. A scene painted on a ceiling at Giardino Segreto portrays a doctor attending to a sick man, possibly incorporating cupping into his treatment plan. Interestingly, even wooden headrests were carved in the shape of hands forming cups – perhaps indicating their significance in ancient cultures' healing practices. Furthermore, depictions such as "An Old Woman Bleeding a Young Woman" highlight how bloodletting and they were sometimes combined for therapeutic purposes. Historical texts like "Tractatus de Pestilencia" provide insights into how illnesses were believed to be cured through methods like cupping. Today, modern practitioners continue to explore the potential benefits of this age-old therapy. From athletes seeking muscle recovery and pain relief to individuals looking for alternative remedies for respiratory conditions or stress reduction – cupping has found its place in contemporary wellness practices. As we delve deeper into understanding holistic approaches towards well-being, it's fascinating to witness ancient techniques like Chad - Cupping resurfacing and captivating both medical professionals and curious minds alike.