Splendor Solis
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Splendor Solis
Published by: M. Moleiro
Publication Date: 2011
Page Count: 182
Step into the enigmatic world of alchemy with this luxurious study edition of the Splendor Solis (1582, Harley 3469), one of historys most exquisite and mysterious manuscripts. Housed in the British Library and now meticulously reproduced in a sumptuous red fabric binding with a French book jacket, this edition unveils all 22 breathtaking full-page miniatures in stunning detail. Each richly illustrated page is accompanied by in-depth analysis, revealing hidden nuances and decoding the manuscripts symbolic language.
Renowned scholars Jörg Völlnagel, Thomas Hofmeier, Peter Kidd, and Joscelyn Godwin guide readers through the manuscripts secrets, exploring its iconography, historical context, and enduring mysteries. Challenging long-held assumptions, they present groundbreaking researchincluding evidence that Salomon Trismosin, legendary teacher of Paracelsus, was not its author. As Völlnagel notes, the Splendor Solis transcends mere alchemical instruction: it embodies a philosophy where the alchemist harmonises with nature, honouring divine creation while striving to perfect it.
Ranked alongside the Voynich Manuscript for its allure and secrecy, this volume offers the most comprehensive modern study of the Splendor Solis. A must-have for collectors, historians, and seekers of esoteric wisdom, it bridges art, science, and spirituality in a celebration of Renaissance genius.
