Philosophers Stone Collection

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)

A woodcut engraving depicting the Twelfth Key of the Legendary Basil Valentine
5310785 A woodcut engraving depicting the Twelfth Key of the Legendary Basil Valentine, symbolising the successful making of the Philosophers Stone

A man as the microcosm within the universal macrocosm
5308104 A man as the microcosm within the universal macrocosm.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a man as the microcosm within the universal macrocosm for the sulphur/Mercury theory for the production)

Roger Bacon in his laboratory, 1880 (engraving)
ELD4837899 Roger Bacon in his laboratory, 1880 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Roger Bacon (1214-1294), nicknamed Doctor mirabilis, alchemist scholar and philosopher

Emblem 21. Make a circle of man and woman, out of it a square, out of that into a triangle... 1618
Emblem 21. Make a circle of man and woman, out of it a square, out of that into a triangle, make a circle, and you shall have, 1618. Private Collection

De lapide philosophorum: Philosopher's Stone. From Alchymia by Andreas Libavius, 1606. Private Collection

De lapide philosophorum: Philosopher's Stone. From Alchymia by Andreas Libavius, 1606. Private Collection

The Philosophers Stone from Heinrich Khunrath, Amphiteatrum sapientiae aeternae. n. d
The Philosophers Stone from Heinrich Khunrath, Amphiteatrum sapientiae aeternae.n.d

The alchemists office (oil on canvas)
PCT4256148 The alchemists office (oil on canvas) by Teniers, David the Elder (1582-1649); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Carcassonne, France; © Patrice Cartier

Great alchemists inspire work in the laboratory from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum
2906506 Great alchemists inspire work in the laboratory from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum, 1652 (engraving) by Vaughan, Robert (fl.1622-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geberus)

Burning a salamander from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906475 Burning a salamander from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musaeum Hermeticum reformatum et amplificatum (Frankfurt)

Philosopher herald from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906471 Philosopher herald from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musaeum Hermeticum reformatum et amplificatum (Frankfurt)

The Alchemist, 1663 (oil on panel)
BAL17228 The Alchemist, 1663 (oil on panel) by Bega, Cornelis (1620-64); 36.2x32.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; Dutch, out of copyright

King watches the rain through his window from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906478 King watches the rain through his window from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Spirit and soul guide the prince from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906476 Spirit and soul guide the prince from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Crowned King on throne from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906474 Crowned King on throne from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musaeum Hermeticum reformatum et amplificatum (Frankfurt)

King and healthy spirit guide the prince from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906473 King and healthy spirit guide the prince from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Helmont receiving an alchemist who presented him with the philosophers stone
LLM459571 Helmont receiving an alchemist who presented him with the philosophers stone by Presno, J. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tomb of Nicolas Flamel (c. 1330-1418) at the Cimetiere des Innocents (w / c on paper)
CHT206277 Tomb of Nicolas Flamel (c.1330-1418) at the Cimetiere des Innocents (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

King overjoyed at princes return from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving)
2906477 King overjoyed at princes return from Musaeum Hermeticum, 1678 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Thomas Norton presenting his Ordinall to Edward IV from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum
2906507 Thomas Norton presenting his Ordinall to Edward IV from Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum, 1652 (engraving) by Vaughan

Hocus Pocus, or Searching for the Philosophers Stone, March 12, 1800. March 12, 1800
Hocus Pocus, or Searching for the Philosophers Stone, March 12, 1800

Nicolas Flamel (1330-1418). Artist: Anonymous
Nicolas Flamel (1330-1418). From a private collection

Twelfth Key of Basil Valentine, 1651, illustrating that the Philosophers Stone must be combined with gold to produce new gold, just as a lion eats a serpent to change it into its own substance

The Hermetic Vessel, c1760. A hermetic vessel in the alchemical furnace. The serpent within the vase symbolises the earthy substances of which the Philosophers Stone is made

French Alchemist Nicholas Flamel Kneeling Right 1330? To 1418? And Wife Pernelle Kneeling Left. 19Th Century Copy Of 15Th Century Painting Under Vaults Of Cemetery Of The Innocents Paris

Symbols of the synthesis of the Great Work, 1678. 4 sides=4 elements. 3 serpents=tria prima (sulphur, salt, mercury). 2 circles=masculine and feminine properties

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"The Philosophers Stone: A Mystical Quest for Transmutation" The enigmatic concept of the Philosophers Stone has captivated minds throughout history, transcending time and space. In Heinrich Khunrath's Amphiteatrum sapientiae aeternae, this legendary artifact takes center stage, symbolizing the ultimate goal of alchemy. In "The Alchemists Office, " depicted in oil on canvas, we catch a glimpse into the world where great minds toiled tirelessly. Inspired by their predecessors' achievements, they sought to unlock the secrets of transmutation as shown in "Great alchemists inspire work in the laboratory. " One cannot help but be intrigued by the burning salamander from Musaeum Hermeticum; its fiery essence representing purification and transformation. The philosopher herald guides us further into this mystical realm with his symbolic presence. As portrayed in "The Alchemist, " an oil painting from 1663, we witness an alchemist engrossed in his experiments. His quest for enlightenment mirrors that of countless others who pursued the elusive stone. Through engraved illustrations such as "King watches the rain through his window" and "Spirit and soul guide the prince, " Musaeum Hermeticum transports us into a realm where kings seek wisdom beyond earthly realms. The crowned king on his throne signifies attainment while healthy spirits guide princes towards enlightenment. Amidst these esoteric depictions lies another intriguing scene - birds fighting. Symbolic battles within oneself or external conflicts? Interpretations abound as one delves deeper into this mysterious journey. Finally, Helmont receiving an alchemist who presented him with the philosophers stone showcases a momentous encounter between two seekers of truth. This meeting represents hope that someday someone will uncover nature's greatest secret – transmuting base elements into gold or achieving eternal life. From ancient texts to captivating artworks, each hint unveils fragments of knowledge surrounding this mythical object – The Philosophers Stone.