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A detailed symbolic engraving. At the top center, a large, rugged peak is labeled "Mons Magorum Invifibilis" (The Invisible Mountain of the Magi). Above the mountain, clouds gather at the peak; to the left is the Sun with a human face, and to the right is a crescent moon surrounded by a field of stars. Below the mountain is a cavernous arch labeled "Regio Phantastica" (The Fantastic Region), where various winged hybrid creatures and demons reside. Inside the arch, on the left, stands a winged angelic figure holding a wand and a key. On the right, a blindfolded man in 17th-century dress fumbles blindly. Between them stands a stone altar with a single burning candle; arched around the flame is the text "Lumen Naturæ" (The Light of Nature). At the base of the figures' platform, the words "Thesaurus Incantatus" (The Enchanted Treasure) are inscribed. In the foreground, a dragon bites its own tail to form an Ouroboros circle. Inside this circle, a small child sits atop a heap of coins or jewels, holding a chain. Above the child is written "Non nisi Parvulis" (Not except for the little ones). In the bottom right corner, outside the main frame, is the engraver's signature.
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