Baron du Potet
French magnetizer and occultist
| Name | Baron du Potet |
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| Birth date | April 12, 1796 |
| Birth place | Brazey-en-Plaine, France |
| Death date | April 1, 1881 |
| Death place | Paris, France |
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| Occupation | Magnetizer, Occultist |
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Baron Jules Denis du Potet de Sennevoy (April 12, 1796 – April 1, 1881) was a prominent French magnetizer and occultist. He was a key figure in the development and popularization of animal magnetism in the 19th century.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Baron du Potet was born in Brazey-en-Plaine, a commune in the Côte-d'Or department in eastern France. He was initially trained in medicine but soon became interested in the works of Franz Mesmer, the founder of animal magnetism.
Career[edit | edit source]
Du Potet dedicated his life to the study and practice of animal magnetism, also known as mesmerism. He conducted numerous experiments and demonstrations, gaining a reputation as a skilled magnetizer. His work attracted the attention of many notable figures of his time, including Honoré de Balzac and Alexandre Dumas.
Publications[edit | edit source]
Baron du Potet authored several influential works on animal magnetism, including:
- Manuel de l'étudiant magnétiseur (1829)
- Introduction à l'étude du magnétisme (1838)
- La magie dévoilée (1852)
These publications contributed significantly to the understanding and acceptance of animal magnetism in Europe.
Influence and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Baron du Potet's work had a lasting impact on the fields of hypnosis and psychotherapy. His methods and theories influenced later practitioners and researchers, including Jean-Martin Charcot and Sigmund Freud. Despite the controversies surrounding animal magnetism, du Potet's contributions to the study of the human mind and healing practices remain significant.
Death[edit | edit source]
Baron du Potet passed away on April 1, 1881, in Paris, France. He left behind a legacy of pioneering work in the field of animal magnetism and occultism.
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