Fine Art Print : Slade on Trial
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Slade on Trial
Henry Slade, on trial at Bow Street, London, is accused of trickery by Professor Ray Lankester
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Media ID 580208
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1876 Accused Lankester Mediumship Professor Slade Trial Trickery Paranormal
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of Victorian intrigue with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this mesmerizing image of Henry Slade on Trial from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the intensity of the courtroom as Slade stands accused of trickery by Professor Ray Lankester at Bow Street, London. Each print is meticulously reproduced from original archives, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the intrigue and drama of the past into your home or office, and elevate your space with this stunning addition to your art collection.
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 50.8cm x 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 striking photograph captures the intense moment of Henry Slade's trial at Bow Street, London, in 1876. Slade, a well-known medium and spiritualist, stood accused of trickery by Professor Ray Lankester, a prominent skeptic and scientist. The trial, held at the Bow Street Police Court, drew significant attention from the public and the press, as the paranormal world was a subject of great fascination and controversy during this time. Slade, dressed in a formal suit and looking directly at the camera, appears calm and composed despite the serious allegations against him. Professor Lankester, standing to his left, looks determined and resolute, holding a small object in his hand. Reports suggest that this object was a piece of bent metal rod, which Lankester claimed Slade had manipulated during a seance to create the illusion of supernatural phenomena. The trial marked a significant moment in the history of spiritualism and the paranormal, as it highlighted the growing skepticism towards mediums and their abilities. The incident also underscored the importance of scientific inquiry and critical thinking in evaluating claims of the supernatural. Despite the outcome of the trial, Slade continued to practice as a medium, and the debate over the authenticity of spiritualism and mediumship persisted for decades. This photograph offers a glimpse into a fascinating moment in history, when the boundaries between science and the supernatural were being tested and challenged. It also serves as a reminder of the enduring human fascination with the unknown and the mysteries of the universe.
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