Photographic Print : Hydrotherapy treatment at French mental hospital
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Hydrotherapy treatment at French mental hospital
Water treatment at Asile d Alienes (lunatic asylum) of Sainte-Anne, Paris. Date: 1868
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1868 Anne Asile Asylum Bath Cure Health Hydrotherapy Illness Institution Lunatic Mental Sainte Shower Therapy Treatment
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This rare and intriguing image captures a moment from the past, showcasing a hydrotherapy session at the Asile d'Alienes (mental hospital) of Sainte-Anne in Paris, dated 1868. Witness the therapeutic benefits of water treatment as it was practiced over a century ago. Add this unique and thought-provoking piece to your home or office decor, and transport yourself on a journey through history with every glance. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.5cm (14" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a scene from the Asile d'Alienes (Lunatic Asylum) of Sainte-Anne in Paris during the late 1860s. The image showcases the innovative hydrotherapy treatment being administered to a patient, a therapeutic method popular during this era for managing various mental and physical health conditions. The Asylum of Sainte-Anne, established in 1854, was one of the most renowned mental health institutions in France during the 19th century. Hydrotherapy, which involves the use of water for therapeutic purposes, was a significant component of the treatments offered at the institution. In this photograph, a patient is seen undergoing hydrotherapy in a large, tiled bathing room. A nurse stands nearby, preparing a jet of water to be directed at the patient. The patient, partially submerged in the water, appears to be in a state of relaxation, with their eyes closed and a serene expression on their face. The hydrotherapy treatment involved the use of cold and warm water to stimulate the body and promote healing. The therapy could take various forms, including baths, showers, and jet sprays. It was believed that the contrasting temperatures could help alleviate symptoms of mental and physical illnesses, including anxiety, depression, and neurological disorders. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the therapeutic practices of the past and the innovative approaches taken to care for those with mental health conditions during the 1860s. The use of hydrotherapy at the Asile d'Alienes of Sainte-Anne represents a significant chapter in the history of mental health treatment and the evolution of therapeutic practices.
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