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  • Four rows of leaves of varying form, including some of holly (Ilex species) and willow (Salix species). Colour nature print by A. Auer, c. 1853.
  • Two flowering plants, including a daffodil (Narcissus species) and a liliaceous plant. Colour nature print by A. Auer, c. 1853.
  • Five plants, including a grass, a sedge and a plant of the Boraginaceae family. Colour nature print by A. Auer, c. 1853.
  • Four flowering plants, including a cowslip (Primula veris), comfrey (Symphytum officinale) and a bulrush (Scirpus species). Colour nature print by A. Auer, c. 1853.
  • Three liliaceous flowering plants, including lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) and whorled Solomon's seal (Polygonatum verticillatum). Colour nature print by A. Auer, c. 1853.
  • A large gathering of patients and assistants to Mesmer's animal magnetism therapy, showing use of the special tub at his clinic. Wood engraving by H. Thiriat.
  • A large gathering of patients and assistants to Mesmer's animal magnetism therapy, showing use of the special tub at his clinic. Wood engraving by H. Thiriat.