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REV287043 Hysterical epilepsy, crucifixion, head attitude, plate VII from Iconographie Photographique de La Salpetriere by Bourneville et P. Regnard, Paris, 1876 (albumen print) by Regnard, Paul (1850-1927); 9.5x6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hystero-Epilepsie, crucifiement, attitude de la tete; 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; hysterie; hysterique; neurologie; neurologique; psychiatrie; psychiatrique; maladie mentale; malade; alienation; alienee; epileptique; folle; folie; asile; noir et blanc; tete; visage; lit; ); French, out of copyright
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This photograph, titled "Hysterical epilepsy, crucifixion, head attitude" transports us back to the year 1876 in Paris. The image is part of the iconic series called Iconographie Photographique de La Salpetriere by Bourneville et P. Regnard. The photo captures a moment frozen in time, depicting a female patient suffering from hysteria and epilepsy. Her face reflects an intense state of madness and despair as she lies on a bed in an asylum. The photographer, Paul Regnard, was known for his documentation of various cases related to mental illness. In this particular image, we witness the woman's head tilted backward in what appears to be a crucifixion-like pose - perhaps symbolizing her torment and anguish caused by her condition. The composition draws attention not only to her physical posture but also to the vulnerability expressed through her facial expression. Regnard's work aimed to shed light on neurological disorders such as hysteria and epilepsy while simultaneously capturing the humanity behind these conditions. Through his lens, he sought to challenge societal stigmas surrounding mental illness. This albumen print serves as both a historical artifact and a reminder of our evolving understanding of mental health throughout history. It invites viewers into the world of psychiatric medicine during that era while provoking contemplation about how far we have come in terms of treatment and compassion towards those affected by such conditions.
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