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FOUR HUMORS. An alchemical representation of the four humors in relation to the four elements
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FOUR HUMORS. An alchemical representation of the four humors in relation to the four elements
FOUR HUMORS.
An alchemical representation of the four humors in relation to the four elements and their zodiacal signs. Woodcut from Leonhard Thurneyssers Quinta Essentia, Leipzig, 1574
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1574 Alchemy Allegory Container Decanter Dove Element Flask Four Humor Leonhard Occult Personification Scientific Revolution Symbol Zodiac Hermaphrodite Humors
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This woodcut print from 1574, titled "FOUR HUMORS" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of alchemy and its intricate symbolism. Created by Leonhard Thurneysser, a German artist during the late Renaissance period, this artwork beautifully depicts the four humors in relation to the four elements and their zodiacal signs. Intricately detailed, the print showcases a hermaphrodite figure at its center, representing the harmonious balance between masculine and feminine energies. The personification of each humor is portrayed through distinct characters: a man with an impressive beard symbolizing melancholy (black bile), a woman holding a decanter embodying phlegm (water), another man wearing an intriguing hat signifying blood (air), and finally, a dove perched on top of a flask representing yellow bile (fire). The presence of these figures within specific containers highlights their connection to different elements. This allegorical representation emphasizes how each humor corresponds to one of nature's fundamental building blocks. Furthermore, Thurneysser incorporates text throughout the woodcut to provide further insight into this complex system. As we explore this remarkable piece of artistry, we are transported back in time to an era where alchemy was deeply intertwined with scientific revolution and occult practices. It serves as both an educational tool for understanding ancient beliefs about human temperament and as an aesthetic marvel that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
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