Home > Europe > United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > Edinburgh
Undated photograph of Ethel Beenham with cheesecloth
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Undated photograph of Ethel Beenham with cheesecloth
Undated photograph of Ethel Beenham with six feet of 30 inch wide cheesecloth in her mouth, showing how easily it can be rolled up and secreted in the mouth. This is one of series of photographs of Harry Prices investigations into the mediumship of Helen Duncan and of Esson Maule, who was involved with the exposure of Helen Duncan during a sance in Edinburgh. HPG/1/4/3 (xvii"
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4421361
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10252629
Cheesecloth Cloth Demonstrating Demonstration Duncan Edinburgh Esson Ethel Exposure Fraud Fraudulent Harry Helen Investigation Investigations Maule Mediumship Mouth Price Sance Staged Xvii Paranormal
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Scotland
> Edinburgh
> Edinburgh
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Scotland
> Lothian
> Edinburgh
EDITORS COMMENTS
This undated photograph captures Ethel Beenham, a key figure in the investigations into the mediumship of Helen Duncan and Esson Maule, demonstrating the ease with which a six-foot length of 30-inch wide cheesecloth could be rolled up and concealed in her mouth. The image is part of Harry Price's extensive collection of evidence documenting his investigations into spiritualism and mediumship in the early 20th century. Price, a renowned psychical researcher, was particularly interested in the mediumship of Helen Duncan, who claimed to communicate with the dead during séances. However, his investigations led him to suspect that her phenomena were fraudulent. In this photograph, Ethel Beenham, who was reportedly involved with Helen Duncan and Esson Maule, demonstrates how the large piece of cheesecloth could be manipulated and hidden in her mouth, suggesting that it may have been used as a means to produce apparent supernatural phenomena during séances. The photograph is an intriguing piece of historical evidence, shedding light on the methods used to investigate claims of mediumship and the lengths some individuals went to in order to perpetrate fraud. The image is part of the Harry Price Collection held at the National Archives (HPG/1/4/3) and provides a fascinating insight into the world of spiritualism and paranormal investigations during this period. It is important to note that this photograph is not to be used for commercial purposes and is protected by copyright. The image is a testament to the importance of critical thinking and scientific inquiry in understanding phenomena that appear to defy explanation.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
