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Splendor of the Sun original: "Splendor Solis"; one of the most famous and beautifully illustrated alchemical treatises, which uses solar metaphors to describe the chemical process. with its

figures, in which every indication of

the Philosopher's Stone original: "Lapide Philosophorum"; the legendary substance sought by alchemists to transform base metals into gold and achieve spiritual perfection or immortality. is described /

A symmetrical ornamental woodcut vignette featuring mirrored scrolls of stylized foliage and floral elements.

I am the Way and the level
Road / he who can walk me without
stumbling or resting / he finds good
lodging by day and by night / I
am also held in high regard by him / and
whoever follows his path, he comes
to a good end / AMEN.