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Scottish medium Helen Duncan during seances
Photographs of Scottish medium Helen Duncan during seances. Photograph of Duncans spirit guide Peggy. (Copyright: W.M.Scott, Dundee)
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Duncan Guide Helen Medium Peggy Photograph Seances Spirit
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This series of photographs depict Scottish medium Helen Duncan in the midst of her seances, providing a rare and intriguing glimpse into the world of spiritualism during the early 20th century. Helen Duncan (1897-1956) was a renowned medium from Dundee, Scotland, who gained widespread fame for her alleged ability to communicate with the dead. In these images, Duncan is seen in various stages of her séances, surrounded by a curious and intently focused crowd. One particularly striking photograph in the collection features Duncan's spirit guide, Peggy, who is believed to have materialized during a séance. Peggy appears as a translucent, ethereal figure, with her face illuminated by a faint glow. The photograph captures the awe and wonder of those present as they bear witness to this seemingly supernatural phenomenon. Despite the skepticism and controversy surrounding spiritualism at the time, these photographs offer a compelling and fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of those who sought comfort and connection with the deceased through mediumship. The images also serve as a reminder of the profound impact that spiritualism had on popular culture and the human desire to explore the mysteries of the afterlife.
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