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Mirror fire Specvlvm Vrens title object Twelve mirrors
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Mirror fire Specvlvm Vrens title object Twelve mirrors
Mirror of fire Specvlvm Vrens (title on object) Twelve mirrors with which man tries to see God (series title) Duodecim Specula Deum (series title), In the foreground a fire is lit by the focal point of a mirror. In the background, examples of the use of mirrors to make fire: a child is petrified by a basilisk, a child is stung by nettles, Archimedes uses a mirror to light a ship. The print has a Latin caption: Flamma volat, micat fugam cape, conflagrat orbis: plena adeo igniuomis omnia funt specvlis. Below is a legend of the scenes that are alphabetically numbered in the picture. The print is part of a twelve-part series (III from XII prints) with the subject twelve mirrors with which man tries to see God. (Story of) Archimedes, mirror, concave mirror, burning mirror, basilisk (cock with posterior or snake) ), plants and herbs: stinging-nettle, open fire (in general), Theodoor Galle, 1610, paper, engraving, h 152 mm × w 89 mm
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This print titled "Mirror of Fire Specvlvm Vrens" is a mesmerizing depiction of man's attempt to see God through the use of twelve mirrors. In the foreground, a fire blazes brightly as it is ignited by the focused beam of light from one mirror. The intensity and brilliance of the flames symbolize mankind's relentless pursuit in seeking divine enlightenment. In the background, various scenes unfold, showcasing different ways mirrors have been employed to create fire. A child stands frozen in fear as he encounters a basilisk, while another child experiences the sting of nettles. Archimedes himself can be seen using a mirror to ignite a ship, demonstrating his ingenuity and mastery over optics. The Latin caption accompanying this print reads: "Flamma volat, micat fugam cape, conflagrat orbis: plena adeo igniuomis omnia funt specvlis" which translates to "The flame flies forth; seize its fleeting radiance; let all things burn with fiery mirrors". This poetic verse further emphasizes humanity's fervent desire for spiritual illumination. Accompanying this remarkable artwork is a legend that alphabetically numbers each scene depicted within the picture. This particular print is part three out of twelve prints in an extraordinary series exploring man's quest to perceive God through these mystical mirrors. Created by Theodoor Galle in 1610 using paper and engraving techniques, this small yet powerful image measures 152 mm in height and 89 mm
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