Framed 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
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the enchanting "Mesmer Homme Baquet" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This mesmerizing image depicts the famous Mesmer Bath, also known as the Baquet-Homme, a 18th-century invention by Franz Mesmer. The Baquet-Homme was believed to provide therapeutic benefits through the magnetic forces emitted by the eight bottles surrounding the octagonal tub. Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of this historical artifact and add an intriguing touch to your living space with this beautifully framed print. Experience the intrigue and wonderment of the past, right in your own home.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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