Framed Print : Undated photograph showing ectoplasm forming
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Undated photograph showing ectoplasm forming
Undated photograph showing " ectoplasm" forming from the Scottish medium Helen Duncans mouth down her front and over shoulder. HPG/1/4/2 (v)
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Cheesecloth Curtain Duncan Ectoplasm Forming Helen Investigation Medium Mediumship Mouth Rope Scot Seance Shoulder Strange Unusual Weird Paranormal
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating and intriguing addition to your home decor - the "Undated photograph showing ectoplasm forming" Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This rare and mysterious image captures the moment when Scottish medium Helen Duncan is believed to have produced ectoplasm from her mouth, creating an otherworldly scene that continues to fascinate and inspire. The high-quality print is expertly framed, preserving the intricacies of this undated photograph for generations to come. Add an element of the unknown to your space with this fascinating piece of history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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
1. Title: "The Enigmatic Ectoplasm: An Unusual Manifestation during a Scottish Seance, c. Late 19th Century" This intriguing undated photograph captures an unusual and enigmatic moment during a seance conducted by the renowned Scottish medium, Helen Duncan. The image, taken from an original glass negative (HPG/1/4/2 [v]), shows Duncan in a dimly lit room, with a heavy curtain draped behind her. The atmosphere is thick with mystery and suspense, as Duncan appears to be in a trance-like state, with her mouth agape and a strange, ghostly substance known as "ectoplasm" emerging from it. The ectoplasm, which appears as a milky, translucent substance, forms a distinct shape, extending down her front and over her left shoulder. The substance seems to be connected to her body by a thin, almost ethereal rope, adding to the otherworldly nature of the scene. The use of cheesecloth or a similar material can be seen hanging behind Duncan, which was often used during seances to capture ectoplasmic manifestations. The investigation of ectoplasmic phenomena was a popular aspect of spiritualism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Mediums, such as Helen Duncan, were believed to be able to produce this substance during séances as evidence of their ability to communicate with the spirit world. However, many of these phenomena were later debunked as hoaxes, and the study of ectoplasm became a subject of intense skepticism and controversy. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the strange and mysterious world of mediumship and the paranormal beliefs of the past. Despite the controversy surrounding these practices, the image continues to intrigue and captivate audiences, leaving us to ponder the boundaries between the natural and supernatural worlds.
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