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"Exploring the Depths of Madness: From Hogarth's Gin Lane to Van Gogh's Asylum" Step into a world where madness reigns, as depicted by artists throughout history

Background imageMadness Collection: Incendie de Rome, Great fire of Rome (postcard)

Incendie de Rome, Great fire of Rome (postcard)
3434343 Incendie de Rome, Great fire of Rome (postcard) by Styka, Jan (1858-1925); (add.info.: Rome Antique. Coll. Part. History. Ancient Rome)

Background imageMadness Collection: Recit 'Ligeia'by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), published in 1838

Recit "Ligeia"by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), published in 1838
GIA4793977 Recit " Ligeia" by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), published in 1838: the ghost of the disappeared loved woman haunts the narrator

Background imageMadness Collection: Recit 'Ligeia'by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), published in 1838

Recit "Ligeia"by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), published in 1838
GIA4793964 Recit " Ligeia" by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), published in 1838: the ghost of the disappeared loved woman haunts the narrator

Background imageMadness Collection: Samovar. 1919 (oil on wood)

Samovar. 1919 (oil on wood)
FIA5364579 Samovar. 1919 (oil on wood) by Baranov-Rossine, Vladimir Davidovich (1888-1942); Regional Art Gallery, Tambov, Russia; (add.info.: Samovar (Samovar)

Background imageMadness Collection: L Assiette au Beurre, number 173, Satirique en couleurs, 1904_7_23: Medical, Folie

L Assiette au Beurre, number 173, Satirique en couleurs, 1904_7_23: Medical, Folie, Repression (lithograph)
ICA4891885 L Assiette au Beurre, number 173, Satirique en couleurs, 1904_7_23: Medical, Folie, Repression (lithograph) by Delannoy, Aristide (1874-1911); (add.info.: L Plate au beurre, number 173)

Background imageMadness Collection: Sumidagawa, ca. 1900 (woodcut)

Sumidagawa, ca. 1900 (woodcut)
7273677 Sumidagawa, ca. 1900 (woodcut) by Kogyo, Tsukioka (1869-1927); 30.0x21.0 cm; JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: From the series " One Hundred No Dramas (Nogaku Hyakuban)"

Background imageMadness Collection: Electrotherapy of the Salpetriere, here the electric baths and localized electrification in 1887

Electrotherapy of the Salpetriere, here the electric baths and localized electrification in 1887 (engraving)
XEE3614285 Electrotherapy of the Salpetriere, here the electric baths and localized electrification in 1887 (engraving) by Vierge, Daniel Urrabieta (1851-1904); Private Collection; Stefano Bianchetti

Background imageMadness Collection: Old Woman Tearing at her Hair - Massys, Quentin (1466-1530) (Quinten ou Kwinten Metsys ou Matsijs)

Old Woman Tearing at her Hair - Massys, Quentin (1466-1530) (Quinten ou Kwinten Metsys ou Matsijs)
FIA5398029 Old Woman Tearing at her Hair - Massys, Quentin (1466-1530) (Quinten ou Kwinten Metsys ou Matsijs) 1525-1530 - Oil on wood - 55x40 - Museo del Prado, Madrid by Massys or Matsys

Background imageMadness Collection: Egg and spoon (colour litho)

Egg and spoon (colour litho)
7151086 Egg and spoon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageMadness Collection: The diamond race (South Africa): a race organized to decide who will occupy the diamond plots

The diamond race (South Africa): a race organized to decide who will occupy the diamond plots closest to the deposit
XEE4134177 The diamond race (South Africa): a race organized to decide who will occupy the diamond plots closest to the deposit. Illustration of Damblans in " Le Pelerin" of August 3, 1924

Background imageMadness Collection: Various facts: suicide of a couple of young marriages following a madness of the young woman in

Various facts: suicide of a couple of young marriages following a madness of the young woman in Suresnes near Paris
XEE4188647 Various facts: suicide of a couple of young marriages following a madness of the young woman in Suresnes near Paris

Background imageMadness Collection: Electrotherapy at the Salpetriere: diagnosis by Dr. Vigouroux in 1887 (engraving)

Electrotherapy at the Salpetriere: diagnosis by Dr. Vigouroux in 1887 (engraving)
XEE3614284 Electrotherapy at the Salpetriere: diagnosis by Dr. Vigouroux in 1887 (engraving) by Vierge, Daniel Urrabieta (1851-1904); Private Collection; Stefano Bianchetti

Background imageMadness Collection: The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting

The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting, 1475-1480
LRI4602862 The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting, 1475-1480 by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); Prado, Madrid

Background imageMadness Collection: James Bennett, an iron worker, persuaded that he had been stolen an invention escaped from

James Bennett, an iron worker, persuaded that he had been stolen an invention escaped from the Manhattan hospital where
XEE4183324 James Bennett, an iron worker, persuaded that he had been stolen an invention escaped from the Manhattan hospital where he was in treatment and climbed the Hell-Gate bridge (Hell Gate)

Background imageMadness Collection: Exorcism of a possessed man beneath the Tomb of St. Vincent of Saragossa (d)

Exorcism of a possessed man beneath the Tomb of St. Vincent of Saragossa (d)
IND54425 Exorcism of a possessed man beneath the Tomb of St. Vincent of Saragossa (d.304) from the Altarpiece of St Vincent of Saragossa by Huguet, Jaume (1415-92); Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya

Background imageMadness Collection: Don Quixote Fighting Certain Skins Of Red Wine

Don Quixote Fighting Certain Skins Of Red Wine
FIA5370846 Don Quixote Fighting Certain Skins Of Red Wine by Adam, Victor (1801-66); Kramskoi Art Museum, Voronezh, Russia; (add.info.: Don Quichotte combattant contre des outres de vin rouge)

Background imageMadness Collection: The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans

The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans
LRI4665208 The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans, he began to experience attacks of furious madness: screaming at treason

Background imageMadness Collection: The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans

The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans
LRI4665199 The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans, he began to experience attacks of furious madness: screaming at treason

Background imageMadness Collection: A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho)

A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho)
2809100 A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of battle)

Background imageMadness Collection: Love led by madness

Love led by madness
LSE4097508 Love led by madness by Monsiau, Nicolas Andre (1754-1837) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Love led by madness); Photo © Leonard de Selva

Background imageMadness Collection: A mechanic attacking a train driver with a knife in a fit of madness in Russia (colour litho)

A mechanic attacking a train driver with a knife in a fit of madness in Russia (colour litho)
2779516 A mechanic attacking a train driver with a knife in a fit of madness in Russia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMadness Collection: A Landscape with Marauders attacking a Wagon Train and Pillaging a Village, (oil on panel)

A Landscape with Marauders attacking a Wagon Train and Pillaging a Village, (oil on panel)
990228 A Landscape with Marauders attacking a Wagon Train and Pillaging a Village, (oil on panel) by Vrancx, Sebastian (1573-1647); 50.2x81 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMadness Collection: The Second of May, 1884 (oil on canvas)

The Second of May, 1884 (oil on canvas)
989777 The Second of May, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923); 62.2x104.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Second of May; El Dos de Mayo)

Background imageMadness Collection: A Village Brawl (oil on panel)

A Village Brawl (oil on panel)
990044 A Village Brawl (oil on panel) by Vrancx, Sebastian (1573-1647); 50.8x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Village Brawl. Circle of Sebastian Vrancx (1573-1647). Oil on panel

Background imageMadness Collection: Practice of assistance and miraculous healing of Aubigan, illustration from La verite des miracles

Practice of assistance and miraculous healing of Aubigan, illustration from La verite des miracles de M. de Paris
CHT382715 Practice of assistance and miraculous healing of Aubigan, illustration from La verite des miracles de M. de Paris

Background imageMadness Collection: Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD)

Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD)
XIR331774 Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Background imageMadness Collection: Margaret Nicholson Attempting to Assassinate His Majesty, George III (1738-1820)

Margaret Nicholson Attempting to Assassinate His Majesty, George III (1738-1820), at the Garden Entrance of St
XYC151477 Margaret Nicholson Attempting to Assassinate His Majesty, George III (1738-1820), at the Garden Entrance of St. Jamess Palace, 2nd August 1786 (pencil, pen and black ink)

Background imageMadness Collection: Practice of assistance to Gabrielle Moler, illustration from La verite des miracles de M. de Paris

Practice of assistance to Gabrielle Moler, illustration from La verite des miracles de M. de Paris
CHT382714 Practice of assistance to Gabrielle Moler, illustration from La verite des miracles de M. de Paris... by Louis Basile Carre de Montgeron (1686-1754) 1747

Background imageMadness Collection: Chained insane at Bedlam, illustration from Des Maladies Mentales considerees sous le rapport

Chained insane at Bedlam, illustration from Des Maladies Mentales considerees sous le rapport medical
CHT280167 Chained insane at Bedlam, illustration from Des Maladies Mentales considerees sous le rapport medical, hygienique et medico-legal by Etienne Esquirol (1772-1840) plate XXV

Background imageMadness Collection: Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris

Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris in 1795
CHT164470 Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris in 1795, 1886 (oil on canvas) (detail see also 164469) by Robert-Fleury

Background imageMadness Collection: Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris

Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris in 1795
CHT164469 Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris in 1795, 1886 (oil on canvas) (detail see also 164470) by Robert-Fleury

Background imageMadness Collection: DDE-90029355

DDE-90029355
France, Provence, St. Remy-de-Provence. Self-portrait of Vincent Van Gogh at memorial outside St. Paul psychiatric clinic. Date: 30/07/2005

Background imageMadness Collection: A festival of fools, Middle Ages. 1906 (lithograph)

A festival of fools, Middle Ages. 1906 (lithograph)
7236703 A festival of fools, Middle Ages.1906 (lithograph) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A festival of fools, Middle Ages)

Background imageMadness Collection: Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris

Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris in 1795
CHT164471 Philippe Pinel (1745-1826) releasing lunatics from their chains at the Salpetriere asylum in Paris in 1795 (colour litho) by Robert-Fleury

Background imageMadness Collection: The madness of Charles VI (1368-1422). Painting by Antoine Dominique Magaud (1817-1899)

The madness of Charles VI (1368-1422). Painting by Antoine Dominique Magaud (1817-1899)
JEB4879596 The madness of Charles VI (1368-1422). Painting by Antoine Dominique Magaud (1817-1899) Oil on canvas cm 111x221 Collection P

Background imageMadness Collection: The Red Gaze, 1910 (oil on board)

The Red Gaze, 1910 (oil on board)
PWI94160 The Red Gaze, 1910 (oil on board) by Schoenberg, Arnold (1874-1951); Stadtische Galerie im Lenbachhaus, Munich, Germany; © Peter Willi

Background imageMadness Collection: Illustration for the scene of Ophelias madness in Hamlet by Ambroise Thomas, 1887

Illustration for the scene of Ophelias madness in Hamlet by Ambroise Thomas, 1887
LRI4568854 Illustration for the scene of Ophelias madness in Hamlet by Ambroise Thomas, 1887 by Dalsani, Giorgio (or Ansaldi) (1844-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMadness Collection: French Revolution: 'Colonel Charles Eugene de Lorraine, Prince of Lambesc (1754-1825)

French Revolution: "Colonel Charles Eugene de Lorraine, Prince of Lambesc (1754-1825)
JLJ4646764 French Revolution: " Colonel Charles Eugene de Lorraine, Prince of Lambesc (1754-1825) entered the Tuileries on 12/07/1789, with a detachment from his royal regiment

Background imageMadness Collection: Patient at Sainte Anne hospital (engraving)

Patient at Sainte Anne hospital (engraving)
1737154 Patient at Sainte Anne hospital (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: A man with a straitjacket in a padded cell. Sainte Anne hospital, 19th century.)

Background imageMadness Collection: The Fool Who Sold Wisdom (Collection 2, Book 9, fable 8) -engraving from 'A Hundred Fables of La

The Fool Who Sold Wisdom (Collection 2, Book 9, fable 8) -engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La
XEE4161886 The Fool Who Sold Wisdom (Collection 2, Book 9, fable 8) -engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J

Background imageMadness Collection: Auto immolation (Self Immolation). Episode du raskol (ou schisme) de l eglise orthodoxe en 1666-1667

Auto immolation (Self Immolation). Episode du raskol (ou schisme) de l eglise orthodoxe en 1666-1667
FIA5338157 Auto immolation (Self Immolation). Episode du raskol (ou schisme) de l eglise orthodoxe en 1666-1667, lorsqu en signe de protestation contre les reformes du patriarche de Moscou

Background imageMadness Collection: The Town; La Ville, c. 1914-1921 (oil on canvas)

The Town; La Ville, c. 1914-1921 (oil on canvas)
828286 The Town; La Ville, c.1914-1921 (oil on canvas) by Exter, Alexandra Alexandrovna (1882-1949); 110x100.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Town; La Ville)

Background imageMadness Collection: Dans une taverne (In the tavern). Peinture de Anthonie Victorijns (?-1655)

Dans une taverne (In the tavern). Peinture de Anthonie Victorijns (?-1655). Huile sur bois, 17e siecle
FIA5326684 Dans une taverne (In the tavern). Peinture de Anthonie Victorijns (?-1655). Huile sur bois, 17e siecle. art flamand, art baroque

Background imageMadness Collection: The Ship of Fools, 1923

The Ship of Fools, 1923
REV111337 The Ship of Fools, 1923 by Laske, Oskar (1874-1951); Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna, Austria



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"Exploring the Depths of Madness: From Hogarth's Gin Lane to Van Gogh's Asylum" Step into a world where madness reigns, as depicted by artists throughout history. In Hogarth's iconic "Gin Lane, " we witness the devastating consequences of excessive alcohol consumption on society. The moon casts an eerie glow, fueling Moon Madness and distorting reality. Venturing further down the rabbit hole, Alice encounters the enigmatic Cheshire Cat, whose mischievous grin embodies the essence itself. Meanwhile, in England's Lunacy era, a man dressed as a chicken runs wild across fields and hills, embodying both absurdity and freedom. William Hogarth returns with "A Rake's Progress, " illustrating the descent into melancholy and raving madness within Bedlam Hospital walls. Erik XIV of Sweden also succumbs to insanity during his reign—a reminder that even kings are not immune to its grip. Irish Drunk Pat stumbles through life with his drinking logic, blurring lines between reason and chaos. Ophelia floats amidst flowers in her tragic demise—an embodiment of fragile sanity shattered by heartbreak. Goya takes us inside The Madhouse (Asylum), exposing humanity at its most vulnerable state—struggling against inner demons while society looks away. Vincent van Gogh invites us into the Vestibule of Asylum; brushstrokes convey swirling emotions that mirror his own battle with mental illness. In these artistic depictions lies a fascination with madness—a reflection of our collective curiosity about what lies beyond rationality’s boundaries. They remind us that within this realm exists both tragedy and beauty—an exploration worth undertaking for those brave enough to delve into its depths.