Clavicola di Salamones, [c.1850].
- Reference:GB 227 msBF1608.S7
- Dates of Creation:c.1850
- Name of Creator:
- Language of Material:Italian
- Physical Description:1 volume, i-iv + 1-184 ff
Scope and Content
Italian text of the suppositious work Clavicola di Salamones, ascribed to Solomon, King of Israel.
This is a substantially variant text from that printed by S L M Mathers in The Key of Solomon the King (1909). Includes diagrams and illustrations.
Administrative / Biographical History
The Key of Solomon is a handbook of magic, also known as a grimoire. Various manuscripts exist, dating back to the 15th century. It is regarded as the most important handbook of the occult, containing a comprehensive store of Qabalistic magic, used in ceremonial magic, and using prayers, pentacles and perfumes to conjure spirits. It has been traditionally ascribed to the Old Testament king Solomon.
Arrangement
Single item
Access Information
By appointment with the Keeper of Manuscripts. Access to records containing confidential information may be restricted.
Acquisition Information
Purchased at the sale of Dr John Lee's library on 6 April 1861 with another volume for 2s.6d. Formerly in the Muniments Room, University of St Andrews.
Note
Call number used to be ms4009
Other Finding Aids
Individual Manuscripts and Small Collections database available as part of Manuscripts Database.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Binding: Paper. Paper: 19x24cm
Archivist's Note
Description compiled by Maia Sheridan, Archives Hub project archivist, based on material from the Manuscripts Database
Conditions Governing Use
Applications for permission to quote should be sent to the Keeper of Manuscripts. Reproduction subject to usual conditions: educational use and condition of documents.
Custodial History
Formerly in the possession of Dr John Lee.
Accruals
None
Bibliography
S L M Mathers, The Key of Solomon the King, (1909).
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