In the late 1800s, photography was new, science was
advancing, and grief was everywhere. The Victorians, haunted by high mortality
rates and the loss of loved ones, turned to Spiritualism, hoping that death was
not the end but simply another doorway.
Enter spirit photography: eerie portraits showing ghostly
figures beside the living. Whether clever double exposures or heartfelt
attempts to reach the beyond, these images captured more than faces. They
revealed a society searching for comfort in faith, science, and mystery.
From séances in parlors to photographs claiming to show a
loved one’s lingering presence, the Victorians tried to connect mourning with marvel.
Take a look at these
haunting examples of spirit photography from the 19th century.
- Photos from Library of Congress.
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