Alchemical symbols, 18th century C013 / 5276
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Alchemical symbols, 18th century C013 / 5276
Alchemical symbols. 18th-century listing of characters and symbols used by alchemists to represent chemicals, elements, and other objects and processes. The alphabetical listing is in French and includes astrological symbols. Examples here include classical elements such as fire (feu), and elements such as iron (fer, symbol for Mars), mercury (mecure), and gold (or). Also listed are brass (laiton), oil (huile), perle (pearl), light (lampe), and the philosophers stone (oeuf philosophique). Processes include filtration (filtrer). These symbols were replaced by modern chemical nomenclature, developed from the end of the 18th century onwards
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This print showcases a fascinating glimpse into the world of alchemy during the 18th century. The image features an intricate listing of alchemical symbols, meticulously arranged in alphabetical order and written in French. These symbols were once utilized by alchemists to represent various chemicals, elements, objects, and processes. Among the array of symbols depicted are those representing classical elements such as fire (feu) and elemental substances like iron (fer), mercury (mecure), and gold (or). Additionally, the list includes symbolic representations for brass (laiton), oil (huile), pearl (perle), light (lampe), as well as the enigmatic philosopher's stone known as "oeuf philosophique". The inclusion of astrological symbols further adds to the mystical allure surrounding these ancient practices. Although now replaced by modern chemical nomenclature developed from the late 18th century onwards, these historic symbols serve as a testament to humanity's quest for understanding and manipulating matter. Displayed against a monochrome backdrop with exquisite detail, this artwork offers a visual journey through history while highlighting key aspects of chemistry and alchemy. It serves as a reminder of how far scientific knowledge has evolved over time while honoring the ingenuity and curiosity that drove our ancestors' pursuit of discovery.
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