Alchemy Collection

1689 Sir Isaac Newton portrait young
Sir Isaac Newton ( 4 January 1643 -31 March 1727). English physicist and mathematician. 18th Century Mezzotint portrait after the painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller 1689, with later colouring

Count of St Germain, French alchemist
Count of St Germain (c.1712-1784), French alchemist. St Germain was a French courtier and adventurer who rose to prominence in Europe in the mid-18th century

Alchemical tree, Philosophia reformata
The Alchemical Tree. Engraving depicting a tree surrounded by figures used in allegory by alchemists. The tree itself carries symbols representing the Moon, Sun and five planets

Hermes Trismegistus
The messenger of the gods, but here as HERMES TRISMEGISTUS (= thrice-greatest), perceived by Neoplatonists as the presiding deity of alchemy, possessing magical and oracular powers

Sir Isaac Newton, English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, natural philosopher, alchemist, theologian and occultist

Hermes Trismegistus
HERMES TRISMEGISTUS (= thrice- greatest), perceived by Neoplatonists as the presiding deity of alchemy, possessing magical and oracular powers

Tabula Smaragdina (Emerald Tablet of Hermes Trismegistus), 1609. Creator: Anonymous
Tabula Smaragdina (Emerald Tablet of Hermes Trismegistus). From: Amphitheatrum Sapientiae Aeternae by Heinrich Khunrath, 1609. Private Collection

Alchemist tempting to discover the philosophical stone Painting by Joseph Wright Of Derby
JLJ4657580 Alchemist tempting to discover the philosophical stone Painting by Joseph Wright Of Derby (1734-1797) 18th century Sun

John Dee and Edward Kelly
John Dee, English alchemist, mathematician and astrologer, with his assistant Edward Kelly, medium, alchemist and sorcerer

Alchemy. Historical artwork by the German artist Albrecht Durer (1471-1528) titled Melencolia I. It represents one of the four temperaments or humours

Hermes Trismegistus, classical god
Engraving depicting Hermes Trismegistus, a syncretism (joining) of the Greek god Hermes and the Egyptian god Thoth. The writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus were hugely influential on mediaeval

Sir Isaac Newton, English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, natural philosopher, alchemist, theologian and occultist

David Garrick with William Burton and John Palmer in The Alchemist by Ben Jonson
XTD75472 David Garrick with William Burton and John Palmer in The Alchemist by Ben Jonson, 1770 by Zoffany, Johann (1733-1810); 104x99 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

FOUNTAIN OF LIFE, 1550. Fons Mercuralis - the Fountain of Life. Woodcut from Rosarium Philosophorum, Frankfurt, Germany, 1550

Alchemist at work
Black and white print of the painting, " L Alchimiste" by David Teniers the Younger, dated 1790. HPF/5C/4"

Analogy of the Microcosm and Macrocosm of Alchemy, from Basilica Philosophica
1127305 Analogy of the Microcosm and Macrocosm of Alchemy, from Basilica Philosophica, by Johann Daniel Mylius, 1620 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Key of Solomon (Clavicula Salomonis), Early 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
The Key of Solomon (Clavicula Salomonis), Early 18th century. Private Collection

Alchemical symbolism: toad and serpent represent two basic types of element, fixed and earthy (toad) and the volatile (serpent). Flying eagle represents Sublimation

ALCHEMY: MOUNTAIN. The Mountain of the Adepts, containing the Philosophers Stone
ALCHEMY:MOUNTAIN. The Mountain of the Adepts, containing the Philosophers Stone. Engraving from Stephan Michelspachers Alchemia, 1654

Representation of the Baphomet: a monster with a goat head and a woman
GIA4765878 Representation of the Baphomet: a monster with a goat head and a womans body with alchemical quotations on the arms " solve" and " coagula"

Paracelsus (Theophrastus Philippus Aureolus Bombastus von Hohenheim) (1493-1541). Swiss physician, botanist, alchemist, astrologer, and general occultist. Engraving

Isaac Newton, caricature C013 / 7593
Isaac Newton (1642-1727). Caricature of the English physicist, mathematician and alchemist Sir Isaac Newton, holding a rainbow

THE GREAT ART
The Great Art as supposedly depicted by Basil Valentine, though little is known about this legendary German practitioner of alchemy

Mutus Liber - 2
MUTUS LIBER ( The Silent Book ) The philosophers egg - symbol of wholeness 2 of 15

Mutus Liber - 1
MUTUS LIBER ( The Silent Book ) frontispiece 1 of 15

Mutus Liber - 8
MUTUS LIBER ( The Silent Book ) The Philosophers Mercury 8 of 15

The Alchemists Laboratory from Heinrich Khunrath, Amphiteatrum sapientiae aeternae. n. d
The Alchemists Laboratory from Heinrich Khunrath, Amphiteatrum sapientiae aeternae.n.d

Issac Newton, English physicist
Isaac Newton. Engraving of the English physicist, mathematician and alchemist Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727). As a mathematician Newton discovered the binomial theorem and developed differential

Alchemical Allegory: The Philosophers Egg, from Srutinium Chymicum
STC202546 Alchemical Allegory: The Philosophers Egg, from Srutinium Chymicum by Michael Majer (1687) illustrated in a history of magic published late 19th century (litho) by German School

The alchemist in his workshop (engraving)
869695 The alchemist in his workshop (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Birds fighting from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906472 Birds fighting from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musaeum Hermeticum reformatum et amplificatum (Frankfurt)

Unite of the Universe and Pansophie (engraving, 1618-1630)
FGL5493937 Unite of the Universe and Pansophie (engraving, 1618-1630) by Merian, Matthaus, the Elder (1593-1650); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unite of the Universe and Pansophic)

Rosicrucian Allegory, copy of an engraving by Johann Theodore de Bry (c
STC202580 Rosicrucian Allegory, copy of an engraving by Johann Theodore de Bry (c.1598), used in a History of Magic, published late 19th century (engraving) by French School

The Sun and the Moon: united by the Dragon - Engraving from the work of Basil Valentine
XEE4148196 The Sun and the Moon: united by the Dragon - Engraving from the work of Basil Valentine " The Azoth of the Philosophers"

The Alchemist, after 1558. Creator: Philip Galle
The Alchemist, after 1558

Thomas Nortons laboratory, c1477 (1652). Engraving after a manuscript in the British Museum, London, which is probably the earliest illustration of a balance in a glass case

Influence of the Universe, the Macrocosm, on Man, the Microcosm, 1678. From Mundus Subterraneus by Athanasius Kircher. (Amsterdam, 1678)

Rectification Device
Antique illustration of a DesireSavalles device for rectifying alcohol

The Sceptical Chymist (1661). This title page is from the first edition of this work by the Anglo-Irish natural philosopher Robert Boyle (1627-1691)

Rudolf II with his alchemist, artwork C013 / 9565
Rudolf II with his alchemist, artwork. 1883 etching by Emile Armand Mathey-Doret of a painting by Wenzel von Broczick, entitled Rodolphe II chez son alchimiste (Rudolf II with his alchimist)

ALCHEMIST. Colored engraving after the painting by David Teniers the younger

Alchemists Laboratory
An alchemist studies an old instruction manual, while his assistant keeps the furnace going. His workshop is filled with state-of-the-art equipment for The Great Work

Mutus Liber - 3
MUTUS LIBER ( The Silent Book ) The Mystic Fish 3 of 15

Issac Newton and the apple, artwork
Issac Newton and the apple, computer artwork

Obsessed Alchemist
An alchemist, obsessed with his quest, works at his furnace while friends and neighbours drink and enjoy themselves

Alchemist (woodcut)
8672923 Alchemist (woodcut) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alchemist. Illustration from Geschichte der Deutschen Kultur)

Risorgimento : illustration humoristique representant les associes Giuseppe Garibaldi et le comte Camillo Benso de
FGL5492581 Risorgimento : illustration humoristique representant les associes Giuseppe Garibaldi et le comte Camillo Benso de Cavour essayant de liberer le poele de leur laboratoire d'alchimie

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Alchemy: From Sir Isaac Newton to Hermes Trismegistus" Step into the enigmatic world of alchemy, where science and spirituality intertwine. In 1689, a young Sir Isaac Newton graced us with his portrait, hinting at his deep involvement in this ancient practice. Alongside him stands an alchemical tree, symbolizing the transformative power of Philosophia reformata. The Count of St Germain emerges as a prominent figure in French alchemy, captivating minds with his mysterious abilities and knowledge. The Tabula Smaragdina, also known as the Emerald Tablet of Hermes Trismegistus, holds secrets that have intrigued seekers for centuries – its anonymous creator leaving us spellbound. Hermes Trismegistus himself takes center stage in this tale; a classical god embodying wisdom and divine knowledge. His teachings influenced many throughout history including Sir Isaac Newton and renowned English mathematician John Dee alongside Edward Kelly. Alchemy itself is a pursuit shrouded in symbolism and hidden meanings. It delves into the transformation of matter – both physical and spiritual – seeking to unlock life's deepest mysteries. As we explore these intricate paths towards enlightenment, we witness David Garrick alongside William Burton and John Palmer performing Ben Jonson's play "The Alchemist, " bringing this arcane art form to life on stage. Sir Isaac Newton reappears once more - not just as a mathematician but also as an ardent practitioner - reminding us that even great scientific minds were drawn to its allure. In our quest for understanding, let us embrace the legacy left by Hermes Trismegistus and delve into the fascinating realm where science meets magic; where transformation becomes possible through both inner reflection and external experimentation.