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Idiot, illustration from an unpublished treatise by Jean Etienne Dominique Esquirol
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Idiot, illustration from an unpublished treatise by Jean Etienne Dominique Esquirol
CHT280152 Idiot, illustration from an unpublished treatise by Jean Etienne Dominique Esquirol (1772-1840) on the lunatics of the Salpetriere asylum, c.1818 (pencil on paper) (b/w photo) by Gabriel, Georges Francois (1775-1846); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Idiote, de trois-quarts face, traite inedit par Esquirol sur les alienes de l hopital de La Salpetriere; hopital; Parisian hospital; French psychiatrist, director of La Salpetriere and then Charenton Hospice; femme; handicap mental; maladie mentale; malade; sante; neurologique; sourire; souriante; psychiatrie; alienation; alienee; folle; folie; asile de fous; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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This print captures an intriguing illustration titled "Idiot" from an unpublished treatise by Jean Etienne Dominique Esquirol. Created in 1818, this pencil on paper artwork offers a glimpse into the world of lunatics at the Salpetriere asylum. The portrait showcases a smiling female figure, depicted in three-quarter profile. With deep psychological undertones, this image delves into the realm of mental health and psychiatric disorders prevalent during that era. The artist, Georges Francois Gabriel, skillfully portrays the subject's abnormality and idiocy through delicate strokes. Esquirol himself was a renowned French psychiatrist who served as director of both La Salpetriere and Charenton Hospice. His treatise explored the lives of mentally handicapped individuals within these institutions, shedding light on their experiences and challenges. Intriguingly, this artwork not only serves as a historical document but also raises questions about societal perceptions towards mental illness. It invites contemplation on themes such as alienation, madness, and the complexities of mental health care during that time period. Preserved in France's Bibliotheque Nationale archives, this photograph from eArchives Charmet transports us back to an era where understanding mental illness was still evolving. Through its powerful imagery and thought-provoking subject matter, it encourages us to reflect upon our own attitudes towards those with neurological disorders while appreciating the artistic mastery behind this poignant drawing.
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