Sensation Collection (#4)

Synaesthesia, computer artwork
Synaesthesia. Computer artwork representing the neurological condition in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic

Ornamental Onion (Allium hollandicum) Purple Sensation, close-up of flower, in garden, Dorset, England, may

Invention - Carrons Cone
Mr. Carron, an engineer from Grenoble, France, invented a contraption that allowed humans to experience the sensation of a free fall of 300m

Mediums William and Ira Davenport
Undated illustration of American mediums and spiritualists William and Ira Davenport. The Davenport Brothers were instrumental in building the popularity of the American Spiritualist movement prior

If the Russian Ballet were to go red
Russian ballet. The ballet, particularly their costumes by Diaghilev, caused a sensation in London during the 1920 s, influencing everything from interior decor to fashion

The Floating Swimming Bath, Charing Cross, London, 1875
Engraving showing the floating swimming bath in the River Thames at Charing Cross, London, 1875. The swimming bath drew its water from the Thames, then cleaned and heated it

Agatha Christie, Scenes
AGATHA CHRISTIE scenes from her daily life when her first book has made her a literary sensation

Omai from Tahiti
OMAI is brought from Tahiti to London by Cook, 1774, and is a huge sensation, embodying the noble savage concept, disp- laying natural grace and good manners during 2- year stay

Getting Used to Flight2
Before attempting to fly, the would-be aviator should accustom himself to the sensation of having little or nothing to support him in the air

Getting Used to Flight
The would-be aviator should accustom himself to the sensation of being airborne by easy stages, such as swinging from the chandelier in his own home

Morey Bernstein, businessman, hypnotist and writer
Morey Bernstein (1919-1999), Colorado businessman, amateur hypnotist, and author of the book, The Search for Bridey Murphy

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"Sensation: Exploring the Depths of Perception" George Berkeley, an influential Irish philosopher, once pondered the nature of sensation. How do we experience the world around us? Is it through our anatomy, our head, or even our tongue? Intriguingly, a photograph of the Loch Ness Monster captures the sensational allure of mythical creatures and their ability to captivate our imagination. Similarly, phantom pain after amputation is a perplexing sensation that challenges our understanding of perception. It becomes an artwork in itself. The enchanting melody played by Manuela Gonzalez Velazquez on her piano in 1820-1821 evokes sensations that transcend time and space. Meanwhile, at Collins Music Hall in London's Islington Green, posters advertise performances that promise to ignite all five senses. Across continents lies Niagara Falls - its thunderous roar and majestic beauty engrained in history by artists like Van der Burgh and Milbert. The raw power of nature elicits awe-inspiring sensations within us. Artists like Jozef Chelmonski capture fleeting moments where four horses gallop before a humble cottage or Witkiewicz portrays blizzards engulfing Grazny Staw Tarn. These paintings evoke sensations ranging from tranquility to chaos. Finally, music covers like "The Chestnut Tree" transport us to idyllic landscapes where we can almost feel the rustling leaves beneath our feet. Sensation is not merely about what we see or hear; it encompasses everything that stirs emotions within us – be it artistry captured on canvas or melodies resonating deep within our souls. It reminds us that life is meant to be felt with every fiber of our being - a symphony composed by experiences both extraordinary and mundane alike.