Fine Art 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
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intriguing world of phrenology with this exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse, featuring the renowned phrenological system of Franz Joseph Gall as depicted in an early 19th century illustration from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, showcasing the skull from both side and front perspectives, offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical practice of phrenology and its belief in the connection between skull shape and personality traits. Add an air of intellectual curiosity to your home or office décor with this beautifully detailed and thought-provoking print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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