Poster Print : Phrenology / Man of Town
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Phrenology / Man of Town
The head of the man-about-town
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Media ID 576789
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10016070
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Phrenology / Man of Town" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image showcases a man-about-town with an expressive and detailed depiction of his head, showcasing the popular 19th-century pseudoscience of phrenology. Add an air of intellectual curiosity and historical charm to any space with this visually striking and thought-provoking poster print. Embrace the allure of the past and elevate your decor with this unique and captivating addition to your collection.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures the essence of phrenology, a pseudoscience popular in the 19th century that claimed to determine personality traits and mental abilities based on the shape and size of one's skull. The image depicts a man-about-town, a figure known for his social prowess and sophistication in urban settings.
The detailed illustration showcases various areas of the man's head, each supposedly corresponding to different aspects of his character. Phrenologists believed that by examining these bumps and contours, they could uncover hidden truths about an individual's temperament and behavior.
Dating back to 1868, this historical piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the time. It reflects society's fascination with understanding human nature through unconventional means, even if it meant relying on dubious methods like phrenology.
Despite its questionable scientific validity, phrenology held sway over many people during this era, shaping perceptions and judgments about individuals based on superficial physical characteristics. This print serves as a reminder of how ideas once considered groundbreaking can quickly become obsolete or discredited.
Overall, this image invites viewers to ponder not only the complexities of human psychology but also the ways in which our understanding of ourselves has evolved over time.
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