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Alchemy Treatise

An alchemical treatise from 1622. Alchemy was the pseudo-scientific predecessor of chemistry. Among other pursuits, alchemists searched for formulas that would turn base metals into gold. They sought wisdom and the secret to immortality. Color enhancement of BN6671.

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Alchemy Treatise

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An alchemical treatise from 1622. Alchemy was the pseudo-scientific predecessor of chemistry. Among other pursuits, alchemists searched for formulas that would turn base metals into gold. They sought wisdom and the secret to immortality. Color enhancement of BN6671.

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Album / NYPL/SCIENCE SOURCE

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2973 x 3914 px | 33.3 MB

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25.2 x 33.1 cm | 9.9 x 13.0 in (300 dpi)

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