The cupping glass was a medical device in use throughout the early modern period, and which in fact has origins stretching back to ancient Egypt and China.
Stephanie Appleton Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsShakespeare's works still attract visitors from all over the world
Katie Neville Shakespeare's BirthplaceShakespeare's works still attract visitors from all over the world
Shakespeare's BirthplaceShakespeare has a surprising influence in China, as our interactions with Chinese visitors show.
Julia Howells Behind the Scenes International Collections In the VaultFeel your spirits lift as you listen to these visitors talk of their love of the Bard
Katie Neville Shakespeare's BirthplaceWatch visitors try their hand at acting at the Birthplace
Katie Neville Shakespeare's BirthplaceHow did people living in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries store their medicines? Like today, appropriate containers were essential for storing them.
Victoria Jackson Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsTaking a look at first digitised objects: "The Hair of the Head of Shakespeare" and "The Hair of Anne Hathaway".
Robyn Greenwood Going DigitalShakespeare's work still attracts visitors from all over the world
Shakespeare's BirthplaceTom and Mig Holte's photo featuring the Night of Revels scene from the RSC’s 1979 production of 'Twelfth Night'.
Helen Hargest Picture of the Month