Mesmers tub, c1870
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Mesmers tub, c1870
Mesmers tub, c1870. In 1779, soon after the publication of his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal, Franz Anton Mesmer (1734-1815), the founder of Mesmerism, opened a consulting room in Paris. The tub was a vat of dilute sulphuric acid and patients at therapy sessions sat around it either holding hands, or holding one of the iron bars projecting from it. From Les Merveilles de la Science by Louis Figuier. (Paris, c1870)
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This print captures the intriguing Mesmers tub, dating back to around 1870. The image takes us back to a significant moment in history when Franz Anton Mesmer, the renowned founder of Mesmerism, established his consulting room in Paris. At the heart of this therapy session lies a large vat filled with dilute sulphuric acid. Intriguingly, patients are seen seated around the tub either holding hands or grasping onto iron bars protruding from it. This unique approach aimed to harness the power of magnetism and its potential healing properties. As we delve into this mesmerizing scene depicted by Louis Figuier's engraving from Les Merveilles de la Science, we catch a glimpse of an era where unconventional methods were explored for therapeutic purposes. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of mystery and nostalgia to this snapshot from the past. It transports us to an intimate space within France's capital city where individuals sought solace and healing through these innovative techniques. The presence of sulphuric acid hints at the chemical nature underlying Mesmer's theories. As we contemplate this remarkable piece captured by unknown creators but preserved by Heritage Images, we are reminded that even centuries ago, pioneers like Franz Anton Mesmer dared to challenge conventional wisdom in their quest for understanding human health and well-being.
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