Emblems from Mylius Philosophia reformat
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Emblems from Mylius Philosophia reformat
Set of four engraved emblems. At top left is a Moon-headed naked woman dressed in the globe of the Earth, breastfeeding a Sun-headed infant. At top right are four goddesses, each standing on a sphere representing the Four Elements (left to right: water, earth, air, fire). At lower left figures representing the Sun and the Moon sit on a radiant sphere which contains a three-headed snake. At lower right is a dragon engulfed in flames. Such emblems were drawn to symbolise the mystical nature of the alchemists art and to point the way toward making the Philosophers Stone. This engraving comes from Philosophia reformata by Johann Daniel Mylius, printed at Frankfurt in 1622
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1600s 17th Century Alchemical Alchemist Alchemy Allegory Dragon Elements Emblem Engraved Engraving Figure German Moon 1622 Mono Chrome Mylius
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This print captures the essence of mysticism and alchemical symbolism from the 17th century. The set of four engraved emblems, sourced from Johann Daniel Mylius' Philosophia reformata, takes us on a journey through the enigmatic world of alchemy. Intriguingly, at the top left corner, we see a Moon-headed naked woman draped in the globe of Earth, nurturing a Sun-headed infant. This celestial depiction represents the interconnectedness between heavenly bodies and earthly elements. On the top right side, four goddesses gracefully stand atop spheres representing water, earth, air, and fire - symbolizing the Four Elements fundamental to alchemical philosophy. Moving to lower left corner figures portraying Sun and Moon seated upon a radiant sphere housing a three-headed snake further emphasize cosmic forces at play. Finally, at lower right emerges an engulfed dragon amidst flames; its presence alludes to transformation and metamorphosis central to alchemists' pursuit for knowledge. This monochrome engraving not only showcases intricate details but also serves as an allegory for those seeking enlightenment within their craft. Todd-White Art Photography has expertly captured this historical piece that invites viewers into an era where science blended seamlessly with spirituality. With its rich history dating back to 1622 Germany when it was printed in Frankfurt by Mylius himself, this emblematic artwork continues to fascinate enthusiasts interested in deciphering ancient secrets concealed within symbols such as suns, moons, dragons and elemental representations like air or fire
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