Teleplasmic hand holding basket at a seance
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Teleplasmic hand holding basket at a seance
Photograph of a reconstruction of one of the teleplasmic " hands" or pseudopods, often witnessed at the Rudi Schneider sances, 1929. This photograph also shows Rudi Schneider being controlled by Harry Price during a seance. This is one of series of photographs documenting Harry Prices investigations into the mediumistic abilities of the brothers Rudi and Willis Schneier"
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Abilities Austrian Brothers Curtain Experiment Fake Fraud Fraudulent Harry Investigations Materialisation Medium Mediumistic Physical Price Research Rudi Schneider Seance Spiritualist Trickery 1929
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In this intriguing photograph, we witness a pivotal moment during Harry Price's investigations into the mediumistic abilities of the Schneider brothers, Rudi and Willis, in 1929. The image captures Rudi Schneider, an Austrian spiritualist medium, in a trance-like state as he holds a basket, while being controlled by the renowned investigator and debunker, Harry Price, who stands behind the curtain. The basket in question is believed to have contained one of the famous "teleplasmic hands" or pseudopods, which were reportedly materialized during the Schneider brothers' seances. Teleplasm, a term coined by Price, referred to the supposedly ectoplasmic substance that was believed to be expelled from the medium's body during these events. Price, a leading figure in the study of spiritualism and psychical research, was known for his skepticism towards such phenomena. He conducted numerous experiments to uncover any potential fraud or trickery behind the Schneiders' mediumistic abilities. This photograph is one of a series documenting Price's investigations, providing valuable historical evidence of the debate surrounding spiritualism and its authenticity during this time. Despite the controversy surrounding the authenticity of the Schneiders' abilities, this photograph remains an intriguing piece of material from an era when the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds were being explored and challenged. The image raises questions about the nature of spiritualism, the role of skepticism in scientific inquiry, and the human desire for connection with the unknown. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of parapsychology and the ongoing debate surrounding the existence of psychic phenomena. It serves as a reminder of the importance of critical thinking and the role of scientific investigation in understanding the mysteries of the universe.
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