Fine Art Print : Phrenology - Traits
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Phrenology - Traits
The skull is mapped out into areas that each relate to specific attributes or behavioural tendencies such as cautiousness & mirthfullness. Date: late 19th century
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Attributes Behaviour Characteristics Mapped Phrenology Skull Specific Behavioural Paranormal Relate Tendencies Traits
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intriguing world of phrenology with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Phrenology - Traits" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This late 19th century print showcases a detailed skull mapping, each area representing specific attributes or behavioural tendencies, such as cautiousness and mirthfulness. Add an air of intrigue and historical charm to your home or office decor with this unique and thought-provoking piece. Our Fine Art Prints are carefully produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Order yours today and embark on a journey of discovery!
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 47cm (16" x 18.5")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Mapping the Mind: Phrenology and the Late 19th Century Quest for Understanding Behavioral Traits. This intriguing late 19th century photograph showcases an illustration of a human skull, meticulously mapped out with various areas designated to specific attributes or behavioral tendencies. This depiction is a testament to the popular pseudoscientific practice of phrenology, which aimed to correlate the contours of the skull with an individual's character and personality traits. Phrenology, which emerged in Europe during the late 18th century, gained significant popularity in the United States and Europe throughout the 19th century. Proponents of this paranormal belief system believed that the shape and size of different regions in the skull could reveal an individual's intellectual, emotional, and moral characteristics. For instance, the area marked as 'cautiousness' in this print is located near the temples, while 'mirthfulness' is associated with the region around the ears. Despite its widespread acceptance during this era, phrenology has long been discredited by mainstream science. Modern research has proven that there is no connection between the shape of the skull and an individual's personality traits. However, this fascinating image serves as a reminder of the human desire to understand the complexities of the mind and the lengths to which people went to explain the unexplainable during the late 19th century. The meticulous detail and intriguing concept presented in this print make it a captivating piece of historical curiosity, offering a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of a bygone era.
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