The alchemist
- Collection:
- Images from the History of Medicine (IHM)
- Author(s):
- Brendamour, R. (Richard), 1831-1915, engraver
- Contributor(s):
- Adams, A., artist
- Publication:
- [New York : American Druggist Pub. Co.], 1887
- Language(s):
- English
- Format:
- Still image
- Subject(s):
- Alchemy
- Genre(s):
- Pictorial Works
- Abstract:
- The alchemist, a tall, balding man in a robe, is shown standing in a high-ceilinged room, full of jars, vases, urns, and other curiosities. The alchemist holds a glass filled with a dark liquid in one hand and holds a beaker in the other hand. A large black pot sits brewing on a stove.
- Copyright:
- The National Library of Medicine believes this item to be in the public domain. (More information)
- Extent:
- 1 print : 35 x 22 cm.
- Provenance:
- Gift; William H. Helfand; 2003; 03-75.
- Technique:
- wood engraving, black and white
- NLM Unique ID:
- 101461635 (See catalog record)
- NLM Image ID:
- C05610
- Permanent Link:
- http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101461635