Antique Victorian Spiritualism Stereoview Photograph ‘Mothers Ghost’ c.1899
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An Antique Victorian Spiritualism Stereoview Photograph, ‘Mothers Ghost’, c.1899. It Depicts The Ghost Of A Mother Returning To See Her Child And Can Be Seen Hovering Over The Baby In The Crib.
Staged Victorian Ghost Photos Are A Fascinating Blend Of Early Photographic Innovation, Spiritualism, And Theatrical Trickery. These Images, Popular In The Mid-To-Late 19th Century, Were Designed To Depict Ghosts Or Spirits, Often Ethereal Figures Hovering Near Or Interacting With Living Sitters. While Often Believed (Or Presented) As Authentic Spirit Photography, They Were Carefully Staged And Manipulated.
Victorian Society Was Deeply Intrigued By Death And The Afterlife. The Spiritualist Movement, Which Claimed Communication With The Dead Via Séances, Mediums, And Spirit Writings, Grew Rapidly. The Idea Of Reconnecting With Lost Loved Ones Brought Comfort.
Photography Was A New And Mysterious Medium. Techniques Were Poorly Understood By The General Public, Making It Ripe For Exploitation.
This Is A Lovely Example.
Condition is good, commensurate with age. No splits or tears.
Measures 17.7cm x 8.7cm
Weighs 18.90