Palmistry - Belot
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Palmistry - Belot
Schematic representation of the left hand, as perceived by Jean BELOT, Cure de Mil-Monts, French chiromancer and practitioner of other magical and divinatory arts Date: 1611
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1611 Arts Cure Fortune Magical Palmistry Perceived Practitioner Representation Schematic Telling Divinatory Monts Paranormal
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This intriguing schematic representation of the left hand, as depicted by Jean Belot, a renowned French chiromancer and practitioner of various magical and divinatory arts in the early 17th century, offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of palmistry. Belot, also known as Cure de Mil-Monts, created this detailed illustration in the year 1611, providing a schematic view of the hand as perceived through the lens of palmistry. Palmistry, or chiromancy, is an ancient practice that involves interpreting the shape, lines, and other physical features of the hand to gain insights into an individual's personality, character, and future. Belot's expertise in this art form is evident in the meticulous detail and accuracy of this illustration. The image shows the left hand, with the palm facing up, and each major line and mount clearly labeled. The lines, including the Life Line, Heart Line, Head Line, and Fate Line, are depicted in great detail, providing a roadmap for interpreting the hand's various markings. The mounts, or raised areas on the hand, are also identified, with the Mount of Venus, Mount of Jupiter, Mount of Saturn, and Mount of Mercury clearly visible. Belot's schematic representation of the left hand is a valuable historical artifact, providing a unique window into the world of palmistry during the early modern period. It serves as a reminder of the enduring fascination with the mysterious and the unknown, and the role that divinatory arts have played in shaping human understanding of the world and ourselves.
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