Canvas Print : Phrenology - Gall
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Phrenology - Gall
Galls phrenological system - the skull seen from side and front Date: early 19th century
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Gall Phrenological Phrenology Skull System
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating and intriguing "Phrenology - Gall" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork takes you back to the early 19th century, showcasing the intriguing world of phrenology as depicted by Gall. The side-by-side presentation of the skull from both the front and side offers a unique and fascinating insight into this once popular field of study. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the rich history and intrigue of this intriguing subject right into your home or office, making for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation piece. Order yours today and let the allure of phrenology captivate you.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating print from Mary Evans Picture Library showcases an early 19th-century depiction of phrenology, a pseudoscience that claimed to determine personality traits and mental abilities based on the shape and size of bumps on the skull. Developed by Franz Joseph Gall, this phrenological system was believed to provide insight into an individual's character and behavior.
In the image, we see a detailed view of the skull from both the side and front angles, highlighting specific areas that were thought to correspond with different faculties such as love, intellect, and aggression. The intricate lines and markings on the skull illustrate Gall's theories about how these regions influenced human behavior.
Despite its popularity during the 19th century, phrenology has since been discredited as a legitimate science due to its lack of empirical evidence and reliance on subjective interpretations. However, this historical artifact serves as a reminder of humanity's ongoing quest to understand ourselves better through various means.
As we reflect on this relic from the past, we are reminded of how far our understanding of psychology has come since Gall's time. While phrenology may no longer hold sway in scientific circles, it remains a curious piece of history that sheds light on our enduring fascination with unraveling the mysteries of the human mind.
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