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Entertainment to the Patients, at the Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch (engraving)
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Entertainment to the Patients, at the Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch (engraving)
1601502 Entertainment to the Patients, at the Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entertainment to the Patients, at the Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 January 1853.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22264348
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Hertfordshire Hospitals Lunatic Asylum Mental Health Patients Middlesex County
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This engraving, titled "Entertainment to the Patients, at the Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch" offers a glimpse into the world of mental health care in 19th century England. The image showcases a scene of diversion and amusement within the confines of this renowned institution. In this print, we see patients engaged in various forms of entertainment. Some are engrossed in lively conversations while others partake in games or musical performances. The atmosphere appears surprisingly jovial as individuals find solace and respite from their daily struggles. The Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, located in Colney Hatch, Hertfordshire, was known for its progressive approach to mental healthcare during this era. This illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on January 15th, 1853 – shedding light on an often misunderstood aspect of society. Through this artwork by an anonymous English School artist from the 19th century, we gain insight into how patients were provided with activities that aimed to uplift their spirits and promote social interaction. It serves as a reminder that even amidst challenging circumstances such as those faced by asylum residents at that time; efforts were made to bring joy and entertainment into their lives. This thought-provoking image invites us to reflect on our own perceptions of mental health care both past and present while acknowledging the importance of compassionately addressing the needs of individuals struggling with mental illness.
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