09-06-2017, 01:31 PM
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In this case, the figures hold flasks, as you said. There are seven towers labeled 1st-7th imbibing (imbibissio): apparently, the towers represent phases in the alchemical process.
Immediately below, a similar "pool" has four corners with jars corresponding to the four elements.
You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view. hosts a large image of the Yale copy You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view. (1570 ca).
In this case, the figures hold flasks, as you said. There are seven towers labeled 1st-7th imbibing (imbibissio): apparently, the towers represent phases in the alchemical process.
Immediately below, a similar "pool" has four corners with jars corresponding to the four elements.