A handmade framed reproduction of Emblema 5: Auri Portabilis Chimice Prparati (Emblem 5: Gold Portable Chemical Preparations) by Wolfgang Kilian, published in Microcosmus Hypochondriacus, authored by Malachias Geiger & published in 1652. The emblem depicts a scene related to alchemy & the transformation of the soul, aligning with the broader themes of the magnum opus (the great work) in alchemical philosophy. in alchemy, the transmutation of base metals into gold was both a literal & symbolic endeavor. While alchemists aimed to discover the Philosopher's Stone, a substance believed to possess the power of transmutation, the process was also seen as an allegory for spiritual transformation & the quest for enlightenment. Therefore, the emblem may symbolize the pursuit of spiritual & philosophical gold, representing the soul's journey towards higher consciousness & perfection. Microcosmus Hypochondriacus is a work written by Malachias Geiger (also known as Malachias Geigerus). It is a medical book that focuses on the human body, diseases, & the remedies available at that time. Wolfgang Kilian's illustrations are renowned for their intricate detail & symbolic richness, making them valuable representations of the scientific & philosophical ideas of the time. 8 x 10 canvas, framed & ready to hang Alchemical Preparation - Wolfgang Kilian, 1652 Handmade Reproduction On Canvas Occult Alchemy Esoteric 8x10