Figure 56: Surprise, 1854-56, printed 1862. Creators: Duchenne de Boulogne

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Figure 56: Surprise, 1854-56, printed 1862. Creators: Duchenne de Boulogne

Figure 56: Surprise, 1854-56, printed 1862

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is a captivating print that captures the essence of surprise and emotion. Created by Duchenne de Boulogne and Adrien Alban Tournachon in the 19th century, this black and white albumen silver print showcases their experimental work in electrophysiology. The image features a male subject whose face is undergoing an electric shock through faradisation. The concept behind this experiment was to study facial expressions and emotions induced by electrical stimulation. Duchenne de Boulogne and Tournachon used the human body as their guinea pig to explore the connection between electricity and expression. The intensity of the moment is palpable as we witness genuine surprise etched on the man's face. His eyes widen, his mouth agape, capturing a fleeting moment frozen in time. This photograph not only serves as a scientific record but also evokes a sense of curiosity about our own emotional responses. Located within the realm of medical experimentation, "Figure 56: Surprise" represents an important milestone in understanding human physiology. It reminds us of how pioneers like Duchenne de Boulogne pushed boundaries to unravel mysteries hidden beneath our skin. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Heritage Images' collection, we are reminded of both the artistic beauty captured within its frame and its significant contribution to scientific progress during that era.

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