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Alchemists Notebook
A page in Latin from An Alchemists Notebook, showing how to make aurum potabile or drinkable gold, a mythical panacea, circa 1650. The figure of a woman holds up the words de duabus aquis facite unam ( from two liquids, create one ), which are also written in German across her middle. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11795744
© 2008 Getty Images
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 4.3cm x 7.6cm (1.7" x 3")
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This print from the Fine Art Storehouse takes us back in time to the mystical world of alchemy. The image showcases a page from an Alchemist's Notebook, dating back to approximately 1650. Written in Latin, the page reveals the secrets behind creating aurum potabile, or drinkable gold, which was believed to possess extraordinary healing properties. Intriguingly, a figure of a woman stands at the center of the composition, holding up words that read "de duabus aquis facite unam" - meaning "from two liquids, create one". This phrase is also written in German across her middle. Her presence adds an air of mystery and femininity to this ancient practice traditionally dominated by men. The intricate details of this photograph highlight not only the importance placed on alchemy during this era but also its cross-cultural influences. The combination of Latin and German languages suggests that knowledge was shared and exchanged among different regions and practitioners. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are transported into a realm where science meets magic; where ordinary substances hold promises of immortality and transformation. It serves as a reminder that throughout history humans have sought answers beyond what meets the eye – delving into realms both known and unknown in their quest for enlightenment.
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