Sujet
Alchemical symbol of transmutation of base metal
Légende
Alchemical symbol of transmutation of base metal (Earth at bottom) into Gold (Sun) and Silver (Moon) through the agency of the dragon (Mercury - volatility). From "Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum" Elias Ashmole (London 1652). Woodcut.
Date
1652
Crédit
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Notre référence
ARP07100_390003818
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
20,3Mo (888,6Ko) / 30,0cm x 17,0cm / 3543 x 2002 (300dpi)