The Alchemical Laboratory in the Mirror of 16th and 17th Century Fine Art

by Ivo Purs

"During the first half of the 17th century, the depiction of the alchemist in the laboratory became one of the common themes in Dutch and Flemish genre painting. These depictions took different forms: some were satirical, while others showed the alchemist with some seriousness and were frequently surrounded by a melancholic atmosphere."

https://www.academia.edu/124739784/The_A...y_Fine_Art

"Step back into the mysterious world of medieval love potions — a time when alchemists whispered promises of passion in candlelit rooms, and hearts were as easily stirred as cauldrons. “The Love Potion Craze of the Middle Ages” is a 3-hour immersive history experience designed for relaxation and sleep. Let the soft crackle of fire sounds and gentle narration carry you through stories of secret elixirs, royal romances, and dangerous obsessions with desire. Learn how love potions shaped medieval science, superstition, and even tragedy — all while drifting peacefully into sleep. Perfect for lovers of history, mythology, and cozy nighttime listening."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7MfhUa474w

"Inspired by lost alchemical manuscripts, this immersive journey explores twelve sacred plants and their forgotten powers of healing, transformation, and inner awakening. A captivating fusion of knowledge and mystery — narrated with immersive AI voice, crafted for the soul."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOC7_GV89Co

"Over centuries, perception shifted from purely alchemical spice to a mainstream herbal remedy valued for joint health, digestive support, and occasional topical treatments for minor skin irritations. Interestingly, while classical texts emphasize bark, contemporary practitioners often prefer seed extracts—this switch reflects better extraction yields of active glycosides from seeds."

https://ask-ayurveda.com/wiki/article/38...nia-digyny

"A queen in red is presented with dishes of blood on a hill; below, a man in a white robe gesticulates to the heavens; while another man stands next to alchemical apparatus, facing a man who is lying sick in bed; representing a stage in the process of alchemy. Coloured etching, ca 18th century"

https://www.lookandlearn.com/history-ima...-on-a-hill

Includes several videos of alchemical interest.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...68b243SsAE

A paper analyzing (and illustrating) a secret handwritten note from an 18th century Swedish physician.

https://ethnobiomed.biomedcentral.com/ar...25-00813-0

"LEMI NURI is a fictional online project, with lyrics by @ZiulSerip62 and music created with the help of Musicful AI. The band has roots in Progressive Metal, Psychedelic Rock, Heavy/Power/Speed Metal, Acid Rock, Stoner Metal, Alt-Metal, Post-Rock, and other genres experienced by each of its members. The single "Ashes of the Mirror" opens the EP Metamorphosis (Part II) and is a confrontation with reflection. The mirror, covered in ash, reveals a fragmented identity, shattered into echoes and shards. The lyrical self no longer recognizes its own image. Amidst fire, shards of glass, and spectral voices, a premonition of transformation emerges: still in ruins, but paving the way for a future awakening."

Premieres in 7 hours from time of this post.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILToBxJexQA

Unpropitious Tinctures: Alchemy, Astrology & Gnosis According to Zosimos of Panopolis (1999)

By Daniel Stolzenberg

"The Egyptian alchemist Zosimos of Panopolis was a pivotal figure in the history of Greek alchemy. In his works alchemy was placed at the service of a mystical religion aimed at spiritual gnosis, but its practical dimension remained a central concern".

https://www.academia.edu/8092522/Unpropi...olis_1999_

SciShow explores Newton's hidden alchemical pursuits.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlUZv0BV7aw