Austrian physician, Friedrich Anton Mesmer. An 18th century satirical French engraving on Mesmers theory of animal magnetism

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Austrian physician, Friedrich Anton Mesmer. An 18th century satirical French engraving on Mesmers theory of animal magnetism

FRANZ MESMER (1734-1815).
Austrian physician, Friedrich Anton Mesmer. An 18th century satirical French engraving on Mesmers theory of animal magnetism

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This 18th-century satirical French engraving captures the essence of Austrian physician Friedrich Anton Mesmer and his controversial theory of animal magnetism. Mesmer, also known as Franz Mesmer (1734-1815), believed in an alternative form of medicine that involved harnessing the power of magnetic forces within living beings. In this intriguing print, we see a depiction of Mesmer surrounded by a group of women who appear to be under his hypnotic spell. The artist uses satire to convey both the skepticism and fascination surrounding Mesmer's ideas during that time period. The image portrays Mesmer as a charismatic figure, dressed in traditional attire with an air of confidence. His outstretched hand suggests he is exerting some sort of control over the mesmerized women around him. Meanwhile, an ass stands nearby, symbolizing foolishness or ignorance towards this unconventional medical practice. Mesmer's theory was met with mixed reactions from the medical community and society at large. Some viewed it as groundbreaking while others dismissed it as pseudoscience. Nevertheless, his work paved the way for further exploration into hypnosis and psychological healing techniques. This print serves as a historical testament to one man's attempt to challenge established medical norms and push boundaries in pursuit of understanding human nature through magnetism.

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