The original post: /r/damnthatsinteresting by /u/Electrical-Aspect-13 on 2024-12-30 22:28:33.

Original Title: The posing stand was a device that held the head in place to avoid movement during the photo shot. Despite what is belived this was not used in “memento mori” as they lacked strength to hold a whole body. They can be spoted even in some shots. Photos circa 1850s-60s