Psychology Collection

Array of Necker cubes. A Necker cube is a wireframe drawing of a cube which could be interpreted as being orientated in two different ways

Rorschach Inkblot Test
Inkblot test cards from a set of ten cards used in the Rorschach test. The subjects perceptions of the inkblots are recorded.This information is analyzed

Medulla oblongata in the brain, artwork
Hypothalamus in the brain. Computer artwork of a persons head showing the brain inside. The highlighted area shows the hypothalamus

Ludwig Wittgenstein, caricature
Ludwig Wittgenstein. Caricature of the Austrian-British philosopher Ludwig Josef Johann Wittgenstein (1889-1951). Wittgenstein is considered by many to be the greatest philosopher of the 20th

Sigmund Freud, Austrian psychologist
Sigmund Freud (1856-1939), Austrian psychologist, holding a cigar. Freud established the idea that mental disorders could have psychological as well as physiological causes

The Song of the Mad Prince, c1917. Artist: Harry Clarke
The Song of the Mad Prince, c1917. A miniature stained glass panel designed by Harry Clarke (1889-1931). This panel was inspired by the Walter de la Mare (1873?1956) poem of the same name

Hollow-face illusion, artwork
Hollow-face illusion, computer artwork. This is an optical illusion where the perception of a concave (hollow) mask of a face appears as a normal convex (protruding) face

Phrenological model of personality traits
Phrenology model of the locations of the " various organs of mind" in the human head, c. 1890. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Burning the candle at both ends C014 / 1258
Burning the candle at both ends. Conceptual image of a candle that is lit at both ends, representing overwork and exhaustion

Hollow-face illusion, artwork
Hollow-face illusion, computer artwork. This is an optical illusion where the perception of a concave (hollow) mask of a face appears as a normal convex (protruding) face

David Hume, Scottish philosopher
David Hume (1711-1776). Historical artwork of the Scottish enlightenment philosopher, historian and economist David Hume. Hume opposed the rationalists such as Descartes in believing that human

Rorschach Inkblot Test
Psychological testing of a woman using one of the Rorschach Test inkblot cards. The subjects perceptions of the inkblots are recorded.This information is analyzed

Medulla oblongata in the brain, artwork
Hypothalamus in the brain. Computer artwork of a persons head showing the left hemisphere of the brain inside. The highlighted area shows the hypothalamus

Pinel releasing mental patients from shackles in France, 1796
Philippe Pinel releasing mental patients at La Salpetriere from their bonds, 1796. Hand-colored 19th-century halftone reproduction of a painting

Goblet illusion. This image is simultaneously a drawing of a goblet and two faces. When there are two competing interpretations of an ambiguous image the brain will often switch between them

Lie detector test
MODEL RELEASED. Lie detector test. Pulse meters on a mans fingers during a lie detector, or polygraph, test. A polygraph records changes in a number of physiological processes

Penrose stairs, artwork
Penrose stairs, computer artwork. This is an impossible figure created by the physicist Roger Penrose and used by M C Escher in his illustration Ascending and Descending

Basal ganglia, artwork
Basal ganglia. Computer artwork of the human brain, showing some of the structures that make up the basal ganglia (basal nuclei, pink)

Psychology Booklet Ad
Advert for a booklet issued by the British Institute of Practical Psychology called " I can and I will" guaranteed to eradicate your inferiority complex forever

A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c. 1921 (sepia photo)
985676 A signed photograph of Sigmund Freud, c.1921 (sepia photo) by Halberstadt, Max (1882-1940); 35.6x25.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Peripheral drift illusion. When the image is viewed in the peripheral vision (indirectly, whilst looking outside of the pattern) it appears to rotate. When observed directly the movement stops

Ouchi illusion. The central circular area of perpendicularly orientated bars appears to move and float compared to the surrounding pattern

Impossible triangle, artwork
Impossible triangle, computer artwork. This is an impossible figure created by the physicist Roger Penrose. Impossible figures are objects that can be drawn but not created

Penrose stairs, artwork
Penrose stairs. Computer artwork of Einstein characters climbing a set of Penrose stairs. This is an impossible figure created by the physicist Roger Penrose

Surgery Cures Stupidity
SATIRE:RESULTS OF ETHER - surgery as a cure-all: young mans stupidity cured by replacing straw head- stuffing with a brain!

Genealogical tree of the Rougon-Macquart family (litho)
CHT379779 Genealogical tree of the Rougon-Macquart family (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

JUNG, Carl Gustav (1875-1961). Swiss psychiatrist and psychologist. Founder of analytical psychology. Oil

Friedrich Nietzsche, caricature
Friedrich Nietzsche. Caricature of the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900). Nietzsche devised a new system of values to account for the advances in biology and psychology

Alfred Adler, Austrian psychiatrist
Alfred Adler (1870-1937), Austrian psychologist. Adler was a contemporary of Sigmund Freud, and was invited by him to join the Vienna Psychoanalytic Society

Carl Jung, caricature
Carl Jung (1875- 1961). Caricature of the Swiss psychiatrist and one of the founders of modern analytical psychotherapy Carl Gustav Jung

Anger, conceptual artwork. Drawing of a mans head with a small man inside holding a hammer, representing anger and aggression

Lev vygotsky, 1896 - 1934, the psychologist whos cultural / historical theory which formed the basis for the school of thought in soviet psychology

Roman mosaic with the text Know Thyself in Greek script over a skeleton, In the collection of the National Archaeological Museum in Rome

Phantom pain after amputation, artwork
Phantom pain after amputation. Artwork of a man experiencing phantom pain (red flash) from his amputated hand (left). This is caused by stimuli to the motor and pre-motor cortical areas of his brain

WUNDT, Wilhelm (1832-1920)

Wundt illusion. This illusion was created by the psychologist Willhelm Wundt in the 19th century. It is the exact opposite of the Hering illusion

Ponzos illusion. The vertical red line to the left of the image appears to be smaller than the one to the right. In fact they are the same length

Decision-making hierarchy
Decision making. Conceptual computer artwork of a hierarchy of decision makers, showing a lower level of 25 brains, which pass their decisions to a middle level of nine brains

Non-communication, conceptual image. Computer artwork of a persons head with a brick-wall as a face, representing someones refusal or inability to communicate

Portrait of Paul Guillaume, 1916 (oil on canvas)
LRI4609079 Portrait of Paul Guillaume, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920); Museo del Novecento, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Paul Guillaume (1891 -1934)

The rat and the oil-bottle (engraving)
6002572 The rat and the oil-bottle (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The rat and the oil-bottle)

Mesmers tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal in 1779

Technophobia, conceptual artwork
Technophobia, conceptual computer artwork

Psychometric Test
A young woman, wired up to a Psychometer machine, undergoes a psychometric test. Date: early 1930s

Stress. Artwork of a man holding his head in his hands. This image could represent work related stress

Register Thought Waves
Registering human thought waves

Introspection Poster
Max Lundén

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"Exploring the Depths of the Mind: A Journey into Psychology" Delving into the intricate workings of the human mind, it offers a fascinating glimpse into our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. From renowned thinkers to captivating artworks, this caption unravels the enigmatic world of psychology. The Rorschach Inkblot Test, with its abstract patterns resembling butterflies or symmetrical figures, invites us to interpret what lies beyond mere ink stains. It serves as a window into our subconscious minds and reveals hidden facets of our personality. Ludwig Wittgenstein's caricature adds a touch of humor to an otherwise serious subject. This influential philosopher contemplated language and its role in shaping our understanding of reality—a topic that intertwines with psychological inquiry. Artistic representation takes center stage as we explore Harry Clarke's mesmerizing artwork depicting "The Song of the Mad Prince. " Through vivid colors and intricate details, it captures the essence of mental turmoil and raises questions about perception and sanity. David Hume's philosophical musings on human nature resonate within psychology. His skepticism challenges us to critically examine our beliefs while contemplating how they shape our thoughts and actions. Sigmund Freud emerges as a towering figure in Austrian psychology. A signed photograph from 1921 immortalizes his contributions to psychoanalysis—an approach that delves deep into unconscious desires and conflicts that influence behavior. Phrenology unveils an intriguing model for understanding personality traits by examining bumps on one's head. Though now discredited scientifically, it reminds us how early attempts at unraveling human nature shaped modern psychological theories. "Burning the candle at both ends C014 / 1258" symbolizes society's struggle with work-life balance—a theme often explored through psychological lenses. It prompts reflection on stress management techniques vital for maintaining mental well-being amidst demanding lifestyles. The Hollow-face illusion artwork captivates viewers by challenging their perceptions—showcasing how easily we can be deceived by our own minds.