Distillation of medicines. Female in centre is sorting herbs to be used in various concoctions. From Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things)

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Distillation of medicines. Female in centre is sorting herbs to be used in various concoctions. From Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things)

527489 Distillation of medicines. Female in centre is sorting herbs to be used in various concoctions. From Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things) written by the English Franciscan monk Bartholomew Glanville called Bartolomaeus Anglicus (c1230-1240) and translated by Jean Corbechon in 1372. Woodcut from printed edition c1520.; Universal History Archive/UIG

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Apparatus Bartholomew Centre Chemical Chemistry Distillation Drug Edition Franciscan Herbs Jean Livre Medicines Printed Sorting Things Translated Woodcut Written

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This woodcut print from the 16th century depicts a scene of distillation of medicines, with a female at the center sorting through various herbs to be used in concoctions. The image is taken from Le livre de la propriete des choses (On the Properites of Things), a work by Bartholomew Glanville, an English Franciscan monk known as Bartolomaeus Anglicus. In this intricate illustration, we see the process of creating medicinal remedies through distillation and chemical processes. The attention to detail in depicting the apparatus and tools used for this practice is truly remarkable. The female figure in the center exudes knowledge and expertise as she carefully selects and sorts through different herbs, showcasing her skill in creating potent concoctions for healing purposes. This portrayal highlights the important role that women have played throughout history in medicine and alchemy. Overall, this woodcut print offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval medicine and chemistry, shedding light on ancient practices that have paved the way for modern pharmaceutical advancements. It serves as a reminder of our enduring quest for understanding nature's properties and harnessing them for medicinal use.

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