Antique Framed Print : Levitation / Vintras
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Levitation / Vintras
The alleged levitation of EUGENE VINTRAS, noted French occultist
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Media ID 578584
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1840 Alleged Eugene Levitation Noted Occultist Paranormal
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 24.4cm (8.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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 photograph, believed to depict the renowned French occultist Eugène Vintras in a state of levitation, is a captivating glimpse into the mysterious world of the paranormal during the 19th century. Eugène Vintras (1809-1875), a noted figure in the occult community, was known for his alleged abilities in levitation and other supernatural phenomena. The exact date and location of this photograph are uncertain, but it is believed to have been taken around the 1840s. Vintras gained notoriety in Europe for his public demonstrations of levitation, which drew large crowds and sparked intense debate among scientists and skeptics of the time. Some believed his feats to be genuine evidence of the paranormal, while others attributed them to clever stagecraft or outright fraud. Despite the controversy surrounding Vintras and his abilities, this photograph remains a fascinating piece of historical evidence, offering a glimpse into the belief in the supernatural during the 19th century. The image shows Vintras seemingly suspended in mid-air, with his legs crossed and his arms outstretched, as if in a trance. The backdrop of the photograph is simple, with a plain white wall behind him, adding to the intrigue and mystery of the scene. Today, the authenticity of this photograph is still a subject of debate among historians and paranormal enthusiasts. Some believe it to be a genuine depiction of Vintras's levitation abilities, while others argue that it is a cleverly staged hoax. Regardless of its authenticity, this photograph remains an intriguing piece of history, offering a glimpse into the beliefs and fascination with the paranormal during the 19th century.
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