A drawing by James Hadfield, who attempted to assassinate King George III, will be exhibited at the Bethlem Museum of the Mind. Hadfield was committed to the hospital, where he created pet epitaphs, including one for his pet squirrel, Jack, who died accidentally. The exhibition, titled 'Between Sleeping And Waking', will run from August 14 to November 22, featuring art that explores dreams and nightmares, as well as works by other artists. The director of the museum emphasizes the valuable perspectives on dreams provided through the collection.
James Hadfield's drawing of his pet squirrel, accompanied by an ode about it, will be displayed for the first time at the Bethlem Museum of the Mind in London.
Hadfield, who attempted to assassinate King George III, spent the majority of his life in Bethlem Royal Hospital, suffering from delusions and believing he needed to save mankind.
The museum exhibition 'Between Sleeping And Waking' explores dream themes through artwork by patients and showcases pieces that have been in storage for years.
Colin Gale, director of the Bethlem Museum, noted that the exhibit reveals a spectrum of dreams as recognized by sleep researchers, enriching the museum's collections.
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