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Flask and Ibis, illustration from De distillatione by Giambattista della Porta
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Flask and Ibis, illustration from De distillatione by Giambattista della Porta
486330 Flask and Ibis, illustration from De distillatione by Giambattista della Porta, published 1610 (woodcut) by della Porta, Giambattista (c.1535-1615); Private Collection; (add.info.: A comparison between a distillation flask and the shape of an ibis.); Italian, out of copyright
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This print showcases the intriguing illustration of "Flask and Ibis" from Giambattista della Porta's renowned book, De distillatione. Published in 1610, this woodcut engraving beautifully captures the comparison between a distillation flask and the elegant shape of an ibis. Giambattista della Porta, a prominent Italian scholar and polymath of his time, delved into various scientific disciplines. In this particular illustration, he masterfully combines artistry with scientific inquiry to highlight the similarities between man-made apparatuses and natural forms. The delicate curves of the ibis' neck are mirrored by the graceful contours of the distillation flask's spout. The beak of this majestic bird is juxtaposed with the slender neck of the flask, drawing attention to their shared purpose - channeling liquids for specific purposes. Through this artwork, we witness how science can find inspiration in nature itself. Della Porta's depiction serves as a reminder that even in our pursuit of knowledge through chemistry and experimentation, we are ultimately connected to the world around us. As we gaze upon this remarkable print captured by Bridgeman Images, we are invited to contemplate not only the beauty found within scientific exploration but also our place within it. It reminds us that even seemingly disparate elements can intertwine harmoniously when viewed through an artistic lens.
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