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"The Madhouse: A Glimpse into the Haunting World of Mental Hospitals" Step into the eerie realm of mental hospitals through the captivating artworks that depict their enigmatic existence. Francisco Goya's "Portrait of a Kleptomaniac" brings to life the inner turmoil and psychological battles faced by those confined within these walls. Delve further into history, where Charles VI's dementia crisis in the forest of Le Mans is vividly portrayed in a late 19th-century chromolithography. This haunting image serves as a reminder of how mental health has been perceived throughout time. Explore London's public architecture with John Thomas Smith's engraving from his book "Ancient Topography of London, " showcasing parts of London Wall and Bethlem Hospital. The intricate details reveal both the grandeur and confinement associated with these institutions. Meet Dr. Chastain Caldwell Forbes, an influential figure during 1865-1880, captured by Mathew Brady's lens. His presence reminds us of the dedicated individuals who strived to provide care amidst challenging circumstances. Travel back even further to Jacob Meydenbach's "Hortus Sanitatis [The Garden of Health], " published in 1491, where woodcut illustrations offer glimpses into early perceptions surrounding mental illness and its treatment. Witness Charles Henry Nichols' portrait from 1872, created by Ulke Bros. , which immortalizes an individual whose contributions shaped our understanding and approach towards mental health during that era. Discover Paris' Bicetre Asylum through various artistic mediums - gouache on paper capturing its essence or a colored engraving dating back to 1710 that transports you to another time altogether. Marvel at Inigo Jones' gateway leading to a private mental hospital within Chiswick House, depicted in a black-and-white photograph. It stands as a testament to architectural beauty intertwined with stories untold behind closed doors.