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The Sixth Key of Basil Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, showing the marriage of the alchemical king (gold) and queen (silver) and the process of distillation in furnace using an alembic in water bath or bain marie
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The Sixth Key of Basil Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, showing the marriage of the alchemical king (gold) and queen (silver) and the process of distillation in furnace using an alembic in water bath or bain marie
535622 The Sixth Key of Basil Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, showing the marriage of the alchemical king (gold) and queen (silver) and the process of distillation in furnace using an alembic in water bath or bain marie. 1651, engraving from Von dem grossen Stein Uhralten by Basil Valentine, Strasbourg); Universal History Archive/UIG
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15th 1651 Alchemical Alchemy Alembic Alsace Bain Basil Bath Chemistry Distillation Furnace Legendary Marie Process Silver Sixth Stein Strasbourg Symbolism Valentine 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Grossen
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This engraving from the 15th century showcases The Sixth Key of Basil Valentine, a legendary German monk known for his alchemical teachings. In this intricate print, we witness the symbolic marriage of the alchemical king (gold) and queen (silver), representing the union of opposites in pursuit of spiritual transformation.
The focal point of the image is the process of distillation taking place in a furnace using an alembic set in a water bath or bain marie. This method was crucial in alchemy for separating and purifying substances to reveal their hidden properties and essences.
Created by an unknown engraver in Strasbourg, France, this piece captures the essence of alchemical science and symbolism prevalent during that era. The detailed depiction offers insight into the mystical world of Basil Valentine's teachings and experiments.
As we delve into this historical artwork, we are transported back to a time when alchemy was not only about transmuting base metals into gold but also about inner transformation and enlightenment. The intricate details and symbolism present in this print invite us to ponder on the mysteries of life, nature, and our own existence.
Overall, The Sixth Key of Basil Valentine serves as a reminder of humanity's eternal quest for knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual growth through exploration and experimentation.
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