The Alicorn
Modern day alicorn makingDr. Conrad Gesner of Zurich sums up the theory of the beneficial use of powdered unicorn horn as follows:
This horn is useful and beneficial against epilepsy, pestilential fever, rabies, proliferation and infection of other animals and vermin, and against worms within the body from which children faint.
4 comments:
Fantastic work, really great illustration!
Who is this wonder Doctor and where can I get some of his marvelous powder? It is the pestilential fever for which I seek relief.
Another fine illo Katie. Once again you have demonstrated your versatility! Bueno!
Really clever take on the theme! I love the ailments it treats. Hilarious!
Fun
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