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REV287073 Hysterical epilepsy, after the attack, plate XXXIX from Iconographie Photographique de La Salpetriere by Bourneville et P. Regnard, Paris, 1876 (albumen print) by Regnard, Paul (1850-1927); 9.3x6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hystero-epilepsie, apres l attaque; The Photographic Iconography of the Salpetriere; Desire Magloire Bourneville (1840-1909) French physician and psychiatrist, assistant of Jean Martin Charcot (1825-93); Regnard photographed cases of hysteria and epilepsy; case histories; hystero epilepsie; femme; hysterique; hysterie; epileptique; malade; maladie mentale; folie; folle; alienee; alienation; neurologie; psychiatrie; exterieur; rue; panier; sac; infirmiere; noir et blanc; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22943198
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This photograph, titled "Hysterical epilepsy, after the attack" offers a poignant glimpse into the world of mental illness in 19th-century France. Taken by Paul Regnard as part of the renowned Iconographie Photographique de La Salpetriere series, this albumen print showcases a moment of vulnerability and despair. The image portrays a female patient who has just experienced an epileptic episode. Her disheveled appearance and haunted expression speak volumes about her suffering. Standing on a street with a basket at her side, she seems lost in her own world, disconnected from reality. The presence of an attentive nurse suggests that even amidst madness, there is still compassion and care. Regnard's collaboration with Desire Magloire Bourneville sheds light on their pioneering work in documenting cases of hysteria and epilepsy at the Salpetriere Hospital. Their aim was to unravel the complexities surrounding these conditions through visual representation. This photograph serves as both historical documentation and artistic expression. It captures not only the physical manifestations of mental illness but also its social implications during that era. Through its stark contrast and intimate composition, it invites viewers to contemplate the fragility of human existence. As we gaze upon this haunting portrait today, we are reminded of how far our understanding and treatment of mental health have progressed since then. Yet it also prompts us to reflect on the importance of empathy towards those still grappling with such challenges today.
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