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REV287067 Hysterical epilepsy, hallucinations, disdain, plate XXXI 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, dedain; 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; malade; maladie mentale; folie; folle; alienation; alienee; neurologie; neurologique; psychiatrie; psychiatrique; epileptique; lit; mepris; noir et blanc; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22359428
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This photograph, titled "Hysterical epilepsy, hallucinations, disdain" offers a glimpse into the world of mental illness in 19th-century France. Taken by Paul Regnard as part of the Iconographie Photographique de La Salpetriere series in 1876, this albumen print measures just 9.3x6 cm and is now held in a private collection. Regnard collaborated with renowned physician and psychiatrist Desire Magloire Bourneville to document cases of hysteria and epilepsy at the Salpetriere Hospital in Paris. This particular image showcases a female patient suffering from hystero-epilepsy, lying on a bed within the confines of an asylum. The woman's expression reveals her inner turmoil - a mix of madness, contempt, and scorn. Her disheveled appearance hints at her struggle with mental illness while her surroundings emphasize the stark reality of life within an institution dedicated to treating such conditions. Through his lens, Regnard captures not only the physical manifestations but also delves into the psychological aspects of these afflictions. The photograph serves as both documentation for medical purposes and as art that evokes empathy for those grappling with mental health challenges. As we gaze upon this haunting portrait over a century later, it reminds us how far we have come in understanding and treating mental illnesses while urging us to continue our efforts towards compassion and support for those affected by them.
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