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Egbert van Heemskerck: An Alchemist in his Study

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Egbert van Heemskerck: An Alchemist in his Study
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09-16-2023, 02:20 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egbert_van_Heemskerck


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09-17-2023, 02:57 AM
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Peak Dutch alchemist: using seiji tsubo to store saltpetre and ashes.
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09-17-2023, 09:07 AM
Fascinating. Perhaps imported from Dejima:

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09-30-2023, 08:02 PM
This is also attributed to Egbert van Heemskerck. It's in the Wellcome Collection.

Once again a strange crocodile-like object suspended from the ceiling - this time with what appears to be a small monkey as a 'jockey'.

   
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