Three Victorian Glass Medical Cupping Cups
This wonderful set, of three British cupping vessels, are rare, medical curiosities, that are sure to become a talking point!
Despite their original use, their clean lines and 'delicate' sculptural shape means they'd make for a great display, perfect as mini 'cloches' in a more modern interior, or striking pieces to add to an existing antique curio collection!
Key Points:
• Set of three unusual RARE Victorian glass cupping 'cups'
• Handblown glass, bell shaped with long finial handles
• Two taller large cups and one smaller and 'squatter' in shape.
• Wonderful antique condition with an interesting historic context
History:
Cupping was an ancient technique used frequently in Greece and China (still common across much of Asia) and was believed to help with various ailments and health conditions.
In Victorian times, 'cups' 'jars' or 'bells' as they were known, would be gently heated with an open flame or hot water and placed on the skin of patient - normally the chest or back. As the cup cooled, they would create a partial vacuum and it was this action that was alleged to remove 'vapours' from the patient and help with their ailments. Their handles were used to help remove the cup, once the procedure was complete.
Year of manufacture:
c. 1850s- 1880s
Approximate Measurements:
Large: Diameter 8.2 cm / H 14.5cm
Small: Diameter 8.5 cm / H 10.5cm
Condition:
All examples are in wonderful antique condition with no chips, nibbles or rough scars of age to speak of, simply a few light surface marks and inclusions or bubbles in the glass from manufacture.
Two have unground bases, the smaller a ground edge - it is this edge that would be in contact with the skin. All three items are interesting survivors of English Victorian medicine and social history.
Postage & Packaging:
As per our brand ethos, your item will be very carefully and securely shipped, wrapped with the utmost care in sustainable recycled and recyclable packaging.
This wonderful set, of three British cupping vessels, are rare, medical curiosities, that are sure to become a talking point!
Despite their original use, their clean lines and 'delicate' sculptural shape means they'd make for a great display, perfect as mini 'cloches' in a more modern interior, or striking pieces to add to an existing antique curio collection!
Key Points:
• Set of three unusual RARE Victorian glass cupping 'cups'
• Handblown glass, bell shaped with long finial handles
• Two taller large cups and one smaller and 'squatter' in shape.
• Wonderful antique condition with an interesting historic context
History:
Cupping was an ancient technique used frequently in Greece and China (still common across much of Asia) and was believed to help with various ailments and health conditions.
In Victorian times, 'cups' 'jars' or 'bells' as they were known, would be gently heated with an open flame or hot water and placed on the skin of patient - normally the chest or back. As the cup cooled, they would create a partial vacuum and it was this action that was alleged to remove 'vapours' from the patient and help with their ailments. Their handles were used to help remove the cup, once the procedure was complete.
Year of manufacture:
c. 1850s- 1880s
Approximate Measurements:
Large: Diameter 8.2 cm / H 14.5cm
Small: Diameter 8.5 cm / H 10.5cm
Condition:
All examples are in wonderful antique condition with no chips, nibbles or rough scars of age to speak of, simply a few light surface marks and inclusions or bubbles in the glass from manufacture.
Two have unground bases, the smaller a ground edge - it is this edge that would be in contact with the skin. All three items are interesting survivors of English Victorian medicine and social history.
Postage & Packaging:
As per our brand ethos, your item will be very carefully and securely shipped, wrapped with the utmost care in sustainable recycled and recyclable packaging.
This wonderful set, of three British cupping vessels, are rare, medical curiosities, that are sure to become a talking point!
Despite their original use, their clean lines and 'delicate' sculptural shape means they'd make for a great display, perfect as mini 'cloches' in a more modern interior, or striking pieces to add to an existing antique curio collection!
Key Points:
• Set of three unusual RARE Victorian glass cupping 'cups'
• Handblown glass, bell shaped with long finial handles
• Two taller large cups and one smaller and 'squatter' in shape.
• Wonderful antique condition with an interesting historic context
History:
Cupping was an ancient technique used frequently in Greece and China (still common across much of Asia) and was believed to help with various ailments and health conditions.
In Victorian times, 'cups' 'jars' or 'bells' as they were known, would be gently heated with an open flame or hot water and placed on the skin of patient - normally the chest or back. As the cup cooled, they would create a partial vacuum and it was this action that was alleged to remove 'vapours' from the patient and help with their ailments. Their handles were used to help remove the cup, once the procedure was complete.
Year of manufacture:
c. 1850s- 1880s
Approximate Measurements:
Large: Diameter 8.2 cm / H 14.5cm
Small: Diameter 8.5 cm / H 10.5cm
Condition:
All examples are in wonderful antique condition with no chips, nibbles or rough scars of age to speak of, simply a few light surface marks and inclusions or bubbles in the glass from manufacture.
Two have unground bases, the smaller a ground edge - it is this edge that would be in contact with the skin. All three items are interesting survivors of English Victorian medicine and social history.
Postage & Packaging:
As per our brand ethos, your item will be very carefully and securely shipped, wrapped with the utmost care in sustainable recycled and recyclable packaging.
