Fine Art Print : Mesmer Homme Baquet
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Mesmer Homme Baquet
Five minutes of treatment by the baquet-homme suffice to produce wonderful effects on an ailing body thanks to the forces emitted by the eight bottles round the octagon
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Media ID 590256
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1785 Altered Baquet Body Bottles Effects Forces Homme Hypnosis Mesmer Minutes Octagon Produce Suffice Treatment Wonderful Ailing Emitted Paranormal
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the mesmerizing allure of Mary Evans Picture Library's Mesmer Homme Baquet Fine Art Print. This captivating image transports you back in time to the intriguing world of 19th-century healing practices. The Mesmer Homme Baquet, with its eight mystical bottles arranged around an octagonal basin, is said to have the power to bring about remarkable health benefits with just five minutes of immersion. Let this enchanting print add an air of mystery and intrigue to your space, serving as a conversation starter and a testament to the enduring fascination with the unexplained. Bring the magic of the past into your present with the exquisite detail and vibrant colors of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.6cm x 50.8cm (14.8" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image depicts the Mesmer Homme Baquet, an intriguing historical artifact believed to have extraordinary healing properties. Dating back to 1785, the Mesmer Homme Baquet, or the "Mesmer Man Basket," is an octagonal tub filled with eight glass bottles. According to historical accounts, those seeking relief from various ailments would sit inside the tub for just five minutes, allowing the mysterious forces emanating from the bottles to work their magic. The origins of the Mesmer Homme Baquet are rooted in the paranormal theories of Franz Mesmer, an Austrian physician who gained notoriety for his beliefs in animal magnetism and its healing powers. Mesmer believed that an invisible fluid, or "animal magnetism," flowed through living beings and could be harnessed to cure illnesses and alter states of consciousness. The Mesmer Homme Baquet is said to have produced wonderful effects on countless individuals during Mesmer's treatments. The eight bottles, arranged around the octagon, were filled with various substances, such as iron filings, water, or even the urine of a healthy person. The exact composition of the bottles' contents remains a mystery, adding to the enigma of this fascinating historical object. The mesmerizing allure of the Mesmer Homme Baquet continues to captivate the imagination, as it offers a glimpse into the rich history of alternative healing practices and the human quest for wellness. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the paranormal and the extraordinary claims of healing that have persisted throughout history.
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