Poster Print : Mental patients
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Mental patients
Women mental patients at the hospital of Sainte-Anne, Paris
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Media ID 570729
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1871 Anne Health Insanity Institution Mental Patient Patients Sainte Sanitorium
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating and thought-provoking collection of Mental Patients Poster Prints from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. These evocative images offer a rare and poignant glimpse into the past, depicting women patients at the Hospital of Sainte-Anne in Paris during the late 19th century. These vintage prints not only serve as stunning decorative pieces but also encourage reflection on the historical treatment and understanding of mental health. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with these intriguing and conversation-starting Poster Prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in the history of mental health care, taken at the Hospital of Sainte-Anne in Paris during the late 19th century. Established in 1854, the Hospital of Sainte-Anne was one of the first institutions in Europe dedicated to the treatment of mental illnesses. At the time, the understanding of mental health and the care of the mentally ill were vastly different from what they are today. The women in this image, dressed in simple, shapeless gowns, are seen gathered in a courtyard, some sitting on benches, others standing or leaning against the walls. Their expressions are varied, some seem lost in thought, others appear resigned or even hopeful. The atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation, with the women seemingly removed from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. The Hospital of Sainte-Anne was renowned for its innovative approaches to mental health care, including the use of occupational therapy, music therapy, and hydrotherapy. Patients were encouraged to engage in activities that would help them regain a sense of purpose and normalcy, such as gardening, sewing, and cooking. This photograph provides a glimpse into a bygone era, offering a poignant reminder of the compassionate care that was provided to mental patients during a time when stigma and misunderstanding were rampant. The Hospital of Sainte-Anne paved the way for the development of modern mental health institutions and the recognition of mental illness as a legitimate medical condition deserving of care and attention.
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