The Golden Game Alchemical Engravings
Philosophy & Religion Art, Design & Photography History
Stanislas Klossowski De Rola’s The Golden Game Alchemical Engravings opens a lavishly illustrated window into the secret art of alchemy. This 1998 Thames & Hudson paperback pairs 320 pages of crisp commentary with hundreds of rare engravings that chart the mystical marriage of science and spirit.
Ideal for art historians, occult collectors, and curious minds, the book surveys centuries of symbolic imagery—from cryptic retorts to celestial weddings—showing how alchemists encoded spiritual transformation in copperplate. De Rola’s accessible prose keeps the arcane subject friendly for young adults yet rich enough for seasoned scholars.
This personalised, gently used copy remains in good condition: crisp pages turn freely, though a discreet ownership sticker hides on the front inner paper and a few top edges carry light yellowing. The generous 269 mm format lets the intricate illustrations breathe, making it a striking shelf statement or reading companion.
A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to mysticism, cultural history, or esoteric art, The Golden Game delivers both visual splendor and scholarly depth without the coffee-table price tag.
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