Standing Alchemist in His Laboratory

• 17th–18th century
• School of David Teniers II
• 19.75 x 23.25 in.
  Oil on canvas
• Not on display
• Gift of Fisher Scientific International
• Fisher Collection
• FA 2000.001.266
• No known copyright restrictions

Description

In a laboratory with a large open window in the center, an alchemist is reading a book while stirring the contents in a crucible. A young boy is carrying a jug to the alchemist. In the background assistants are working near a hearth.