Hypnotism Collection (page 2)

Indian Snake Charmers In The 19th Century. From The Imperial Bible Dictionary, Published 1889

PUYSEGUR
AMAND-MARIE-JACQUES DE CHASTENET, marquis de PUYSEGUR French pioneer of animal magnetism /hypnotism Date: 1751 - 1825

FASSMAN, Josep Mir i Rocafort, named Profesor. Spanish psychologist and hypnotist. Poster of the show Fassman hypnostist of crowds

Albert von Schrenck-Notzing, physician and researcher
Dr Albert Freiherr von Schrenck-Notzing (1862-1929), German physician, psychiatrist and psychical researcher. He investigated various spiritualist mediums

Jos. Pierre Durand Gros
JOSEPH PIERRE DURAND DE GROS French doctor and psychologist, associated with researches into hypnotism. Date: 1826 - 1900

Joseph Philippe Deleuze
Joseph Philippe Francois DELEUZE French naturalist, and pioneering researcher into hypnotism Date: 1753 - 1835

Baron Dupotet
BARON J D DEs DUPOTET French scientist, pioneer of hypnotism Date: 1796 - 1881

Hypnotism - Luys
Dr Luys gives a demonstration at La Charite hospital, Paris Date: circa 1886

Hypnotism, the falling forward test Date: 1900

Hypnotised patient realising health Date: 1900

A Mesmeric Barrage by Heath Robinson, WW1
War Inventions Not Needed Now! William Heath Robinson imagines America in the field! 4. A mesmeric barrage crumpling up an enemy attack. Date: 1918

Operator mesmerising a patient. Engraving published London c1795

Print satirising Mesmer and his tub and his ideas of animal magnetism. Frontispiece of booklet published London, 1784

Hypnosis: Placing patient under the influence of hypnotism, top, and releasing him from that influence, bottom. From William Davey The Illustrated Practical Mesmerist, London, 1889. Lithograph

Mesmers Baquet
Franz Anton Mesmer (1734-1815), Viennese physician and hypnotist who claimed to be able to cure the sick by using animal magnetism", later known as mesmerism

Hypnotism
A hypnotist hypnotising a patient

Woman under hypnosis via use of pendulum
A hypnotist hypnotises a patient with the aid of a pendulum

Hypnosis demonstration, 19th century
Hypnosis demonstration. 19th-century artwork of a hypnotist inducing hypnosis in a woman on a stage in front of a watching audience

J-P. Durand, French philosopher
Joseph-Pierre Durand (1826-1900), French philosopher and early hypnotist. Durand was part of the early work on hypnosis in France

Medallion of Mesmer
Friedrich Anton (Franz) Mesmer - depicted on a medallion. Mesmer was a German physicist who explored ideas on magnetic and gravitational influences on health

Mother and sleeping child
A mother instructs her sleeping child with hypnotism to help it sleep

Demo at Munchen
German doctors observe a demonstration of hypnotism at Munchen

Hypnotism - Durand
Dr J P Durand de Gros gives a demonstration of hypnosis to the scientific press, Paris

Paranormal / Esp 1912
Various psychic powers depicted on the cover of a French magazine

Morey Bernstein, businessman, hypnotist and writer
Morey Bernstein (1919-1999), Colorado businessman, amateur hypnotist, and author of the book, The Search for Bridey Murphy

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"Hypnotism: Unveiling the Mysteries of the Mind" Step into a world where minds are unlocked and secrets revealed. Explore the captivating history of hypnotism, from its early pioneers to modern-day practitioners. In the late 19th century, renowned neurologist Charcot delved into mesmerizing studies at Paris' asylum, unraveling the enigma of hypnosis. Animal magnetism became a subject of intrigue as satirical artwork depicted its allure and power. Witness group therapy sessions utilizing hypnosis, where individuals find solace in their subconscious realms. Mesmer's tub, an iconic fixture in his consulting room, opened doors to new possibilities after his groundbreaking treatise. Across borders, Professor Fassman emerged as a Spanish authority on hypnotism. His expertise echoed that of Albert von Schrenck-Notzing – physician turned researcher – who sought to demystify this ancient practice. Artistic masterpieces like "Mercury, " "Argus and Io, " and "The Tree of Buzancy" captured moments infused with hypnotic charm. Meanwhile, lithographs such as "Professor Pompey Magnetizing an Abolition Lady" showcased how hypnosis transcended societal boundaries even in 18th-century New York. Delve deeper into this realm with "La Decouverte de l'Hypnotisme, " an engraving documenting public experiments that shed light on its wonders. Immerse yourself in color lithographs depicting actresses entranced while performing on stage – a testament to hypnosis' theatrical allure. Hypnotism is more than just mind control; it unravels layers within ourselves we never knew existed. It challenges our perceptions and opens doors to unexplored territories of our consciousness.