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FRANCE: INSANE ASYLUM. Hydrotherapy at the Saint Anne Asylum in Paris, France. Wood engraving, French, 1868
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FRANCE: INSANE ASYLUM. Hydrotherapy at the Saint Anne Asylum in Paris, France. Wood engraving, French, 1868
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FRANCE - INSANE ASYLUM. Hydrotherapy at the Saint Anne Asylum in Paris, France. Wood engraving, French, 1868
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. This black and white wood engraving takes us back to the mid-19th century, offering a glimpse into the world of mental health treatment at the renowned Saint Anne Asylum in Paris. The image showcases a scene of hydrotherapy, an innovative therapeutic approach used to treat patients suffering from various forms of insanity. In this particular print, we find ourselves within the asylum's swimming pool area – an unexpected sight for such a facility. The interior exudes both tranquility and purpose as patients engage in their prescribed hydrotherapy sessions. A group of individuals can be seen immersed in water up to their necks while holding onto floating devices for support. The central focus lies on a patient being attended by hospital staff who gently sprays water from a hose over them. This shower-like technique was believed to have medicinal properties that could alleviate symptoms associated with mental illness. The meticulous details captured by this French wood engraving transport us back to an era where unconventional methods were employed in hopes of restoring sanity and well-being among those deemed insane. Through this historical lens, we are reminded of how far psychiatric treatments have come since then and gain insight into the evolution of mental healthcare practices throughout history.
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