Hypnosis Collection (page 5)

Mother and sleeping child
A mother instructs her sleeping child with hypnotism to help it sleep

James Braid / Figuier
JAMES BRAID Scottish doctor, pioneer of hypnosis

Mesmer Glorified
Mesmer is crowned by a jester as he stands on a balloon inflated by his followers, including a cleric, calling down the power of the sun to cure his patients

Girl on Chairs
GIRL STRETCHED ON CHAIRS In the hypnotic state, general muscular contraction can be induced, enabling the body to do things it couldn t do in the normal state

Mesmer Homme Baquet
Five minutes of treatment by the baquet-homme suffice to produce wonderful effects on an ailing body thanks to the forces emitted by the eight bottles round the octagon

Mesmer and Bailly
Mesmer, whose work had been unfavourably reported by Bailly, salutes the latter as he is led to the guillotine

Deslon Censured
Deslon, one of Mesmers few supporters at Paris, is censured by the medical establishment who don t share his enthusiasm for the Viennese charlatan

Mesmer and Patient
The father of one of his patients, by no means convinced of the efficacy of his treatment, tries to rescue her. Swoonings and the vapours ensue

Mesmer and Academie
Mesmer hopes to interest the French Academie des Sciences in his work, but they ignore him and it

Mesmer and Pension
Mesmer refuses a state pension from the French government because it does not recognise the significance of his work

Mesmers Patient
Mesmers reputation suffers when mlle Paradis, a blind patient he failed to cure, turns up at the French court playing clavecin at Marie Ant- oinettes spiritual concert

Victoria Mesmerises
Queen Victoria, visiting Louis-Philippe of France, is suspected by the French of using mesmerism on him to obtain better terms for their commercial treaty

Demo at Munchen
German doctors observe a demonstration of hypnotism at Munchen

Gassner Cures
GASSNER cures his subject Emilie by exorcism at Ellwagen, Germany

Hypnotism - Durand
Dr J P Durand de Gros gives a demonstration of hypnosis to the scientific press, Paris

Magnetic Operator
The Operator putting his Patient into a Crisis

Animal Magnetism Satire
The Magic Finger - an animal magnetiser portrayed as a donkey, with a lady patient

Animal Magnetism
Satire on the gullibility of the public - a monkey mesmerises the audience while his assistant picks their pockets

Braid / Hypnosis / Experimnt
Braids first hypnotic experiment

Mesmer / Magnetic Clinic
Mesmers magnetic clinic at the Hotel Bullion, Paris

Mesmer Demonstration
Mesmer gives a demonstration at his house in the Place Vendome, Paris

Mesmer Satirised / Theatre
Mesmer satirised in the theatre : his supporter, D Epremesil, throws leaflets to the audience

Mesmers Baquet
Mesmers baquet, Paris

Phenomenes De Mesmerisme
A page from Phenomeres de Mesmerisme

Mesmer Satirised
Mesmerism Satirised

Report on Mesmer
Report of French Royal Commission on Animal Magnetism

Paranormal / Altered State
On-stage at Reims, actress Mlle Chatel falls into a spontaneous trance when an actor pretends to hypnotise her

John Elliotson
JOHN ELLIOTSON Founder of Mesmeric Hospital

Altered State / Hypnosis
Under the influence of a hypnotist, a respectable Frenchman removes his toupee

Hypnosis
A hard interview made easy

Magnetism cure
a magnetiseur cures his patient of a nervous ailment

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"Hypnosis: Unveiling the Enigmatic Power of the Mind" Step into the world of hypnosis, where Charcot and Asylum Patients paved the way for understanding its mysterious realm. Like a rare black truffle, Tuber melanosporum, hypnosis holds an allure that captivates both skeptics and believers alike. From Animal Magnetism to satirical artwork, this intriguing practice has left its mark throughout history. The Puysegur's Magnetic Elm stands as a symbol of their groundbreaking discoveries in mesmerizing subjects into altered states of consciousness. Intriguing illustrations like "Marmottes administratives" from Le Pele-Mele (1906) shed light on how hypnosis was perceived during that era - a colorful litho capturing society's fascination with this phenomenon. Tomczyk Demonstrating PK showcases one woman's ability to harness her mind's power under hypnotic influence. Meanwhile, future life regression takes us beyond our current existence, exploring what lies ahead through hypnotic exploration. Barham's servant reveals how even those in service were not immune to the captivating effects of hypnosis. Group therapy using this technique has proven effective in healing minds and souls collectively. HYPNOSIS itself is an enigma - a word that evokes curiosity and intrigue while holding immense potential for personal transformation. Mesmer and Watelet laid the groundwork for modern-day practitioners who continue to unlock its secrets today. Puysegur and Victor stand as pioneers who delved deep into unlocking human potential through trance-like states induced by hypnosis. Their contributions have shaped our understanding of this powerful tool for self-discovery and healing.