A spirit writing apparatus demonstrated at the Broadway Tabernacle in New York City on 24 November 1855 by Dr. Robert Hare. Contemporary American wood engraving

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A spirit writing apparatus demonstrated at the Broadway Tabernacle in New York City on 24 November 1855 by Dr. Robert Hare. Contemporary American wood engraving

SPIRITUALISM.
A spirit writing apparatus demonstrated at the Broadway Tabernacle in New York City on 24 November 1855 by Dr. Robert Hare. Contemporary American wood engraving

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1855 Alphabet Apparatus Doctor Fake Hare Hoax Idea Invention Machine Manhattan Medium Mystic Mysticism Occult Robert Spiritual Spiritualism Table Trick Wheel Writing

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to a momentous event in the history of spiritualism. In the heart of New York City, at the Broadway Tabernacle on 24 November 1855, Dr. Robert Hare astounded audiences with his spirit writing apparatus. This contemporary American wood engraving captures the essence of that mystical evening. The image showcases Dr. Hare's invention, an otherworldly contraption that seemed straight out of a supernatural realm. A manhattan table stands at its center, adorned with an intricate alphabet wheel and surrounded by curious onlookers - men and women alike - eager to witness this enigmatic demonstration. Dr. Hare himself is depicted as a distinguished figure, embodying both scientific curiosity and occult fascination. As he operates his creation, whispers fill the air about its authenticity; some believe it to be a genuine connection to spirits beyond our world while others dismiss it as an elaborate hoax. Intriguingly named the "spiritoscope" this apparatus taps into the depths of mysticism and challenges conventional ideas about communication with unseen forces. Its purpose remains shrouded in mystery: was it truly capable of transcribing messages from departed souls or merely a clever trick? Regardless of its true nature, this print serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with spirituality and our relentless pursuit for answers beyond what meets the eye. The Granger Collection has expertly preserved this historical snapshot for all those captivated by the allure of spiritualism in mid

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