Socrates Collection (#2)

Socrates (439-399), ancient Greek philosopher, on trial for corrupting youth and impiety
536124 Socrates (439-399), ancient Greek philosopher, on trial for corrupting youth and impiety, later sentenced to death by drinking hemlock. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Plato (c428-c348 BC) Ancient Greek philosopher (marble)
541150 Plato (c428-c348 BC) Ancient Greek philosopher (marble); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Death of Socrates, 1762. Found in the Collection of E cole nationale supe rieure des beaux-arts, Paris

Portrait of Pieter de la Court, 1667. Creator: Abraham Lambertsz. Van Den Tempel
Portrait of Pieter de la Court, 1667

The Death of Socrates, 1808. Creator: Christian Faedder Høyer
The Death of Socrates, 1808

The Death of Socrates, 1786-1787. Creator: Jean Francois Pierre Peyron
The Death of Socrates, 1786-1787

Socrate chez aspasie, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Socrate chez aspasie, 19th century. Ancient history - Socrates at Aspasia

Socrates and Alcibiades, 1911. Creator: Kristian Zahrtmann
Socrates and Alcibiades, 1911

Socrates and Diotima, 1775/80. Creator: Jacques-Louis David
Socrates and Diotima, 1775/80

Socrates learning the lyra, 1851. Creator: Riepenhausen, Johann Christian (1787-1860)
Socrates learning the lyra, 1851. Private Collection

Socrates, (c470-399 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Socrates, (c470-399 BC), 1830. Socrates (c470-399 BC) Athenian moral philosopher influential in Western ethical traditions of thought

Statue of Socrates in front of The Academy of Athens, Athens, Attica, Greece

The Academy of Athens, Athens, Attica, Greece

Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece

Statues of Socrates and Athena outside Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece

Statues of Socrates and Apollo outside Academy of Athens, Athens, Greece

Prison of Socrates, Athens, Greece, early 1900s

Greek art. Grave relief of Mnesarete. About 380 BC. Glyptoth
Greek art. Grave relief of Mnesarete. About 380 BC. The dead woman is seated in front of a sorrowing girl. The name is recorded on the pediment Mnesarete (daughter) of Socrates. Glyptothek. Munich

Socrates (c 469399 BC). Classical Greek Athenian philosophe
Socrates (c.469-399 BC). Classical Greek Athenian philosopher. Socrates in prison before being sentenced to death. Colored engraving

William Julius Mickle 1735 1788 Scottish Writer
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Socrates last drink
Socrates (470 - 399 BC) drinks the hemlock, knowing it will be his last drink

Prudence and Justice, detail of Socrates, 1496-1500 (fresco)
885606 Prudence and Justice, detail of Socrates, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Palazzo dei Priori, Perugia, Umbria, Italy; (add.info.: Audience Hall)

Socrates rescuing Alcibiades at Potidaea, 1797 (plaster)
3359348 Socrates rescuing Alcibiades at Potidaea, 1797 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Accademia di San Luca, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Socrates rescuing Alcibiades at Potidaea, 1797)

Socrates, by Dolfino (litho)
BAL76608 Socrates, by Dolfino (litho) by Dolfino, (19th century); Biblioteca Nazionale, Turin, Italy

Socrates. Portrait
7269187 Socrates. Portrait. by Senus, Willem van (c.1773-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates. c. 470 BC - 399 BC. Classical Greek (Athenian) philosopher

Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343151 Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Socrate si congeda dalla propria famiglia)

Civilization of Antiquity: Suicide by Socrates, philosopher of ancient Greece (engraving)
ELD4834815 Civilization of Antiquity: Suicide by Socrates, philosopher of ancient Greece (engraving) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Death of Socrates, 18th century (engraving)
5310311 The Death of Socrates, 18th century (engraving) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (after); (add.info.: Engraving after the painting titled The Death of Socrates by Jacques-Louis David)

"Socrates was a well-known figure in Athens"(litho)
6025355 " Socrates was a well-known figure in Athens" (litho) by Synge, Edward Millington (1860-1913); Private Collection; (add.info)

Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343154 Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Socrate beve la cicuta, 1787-90)

Crito closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster)
6343152 Crito closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Critone chiude gli occhi di Socrate, 1790-92)

Socrates, Greek philosopher from Athens, 1809 (engraving)
7235639 Socrates, Greek philosopher from Athens, 1809 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates, c.ÔÇë470 - 399 BC, Greek philosopher from Athens)

Cristo closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster)
6343153 Cristo closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Critone chiude gli occhi di Socrate, 1790-92)

La Fontaines Fables - The Saying of Socrates
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Saying of Socrates

La Fontaines Fables - Socrates
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. Socrates

Antonio Canova: Socrates defending himself before his Judges (engraving)
7168878 Antonio Canova: Socrates defending himself before his Judges (engraving) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates defending himself before his Judges)

Antonio Canova: Socrates drinking the Poison (engraving)
7168874 Antonio Canova: Socrates drinking the Poison (engraving) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates drinking the Poison)

Antonio Canova: Socrates rescuing Alcibiades (engraving)
7168768 Antonio Canova: Socrates rescuing Alcibiades (engraving) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates rescuing Alcibiades)

Socrates and Plato (engraving)
7193884 Socrates and Plato (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates and Plato)

Antonio Canova: Socrates sending away his Family before drinking the Poison (engraving)
7168876 Antonio Canova: Socrates sending away his Family before drinking the Poison (engraving) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Antonio Canova: The Death of Socrates (engraving)
7168873 Antonio Canova: The Death of Socrates (engraving) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Socrates)

Alcibades Being Taught By Socrates, 1776. Creator: Vincent
Alcibades Being Taught By Socrates, 1776. Found in the Collection of the Musee Fabre, Montpellier

The triumph of Truth. 19th century (oil on canvas)
6371833 The triumph of Truth. 19th century (oil on canvas) by Mussini, Luigi (1813-88); Accademia Di Belle Arti Di Brera Quadreria, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: The triumph of Truth)

Greek Banquet. --Reception to Socrates at House of Agathon (engraving)
655177 Greek Banquet.--Reception to Socrates at House of Agathon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Head of Socrates (marble)
703287 Head of Socrates (marble) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Nazionale Romano, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Socrates (c.469-399 BC), Greek Athenian philosopher.); out of copyright

Bust of Socrates (marble)
886804 Bust of Socrates (marble) by Roman; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: (AG545 AI1316) Buste hermetique de Socrate. ); out of copyright

Death of Socrates
LLM459588 Death of Socrates by Planella Coromina, Josep or Jose (1804-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Socrates)

Socrates
LLM454745 Socrates by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates. Illustration from Ogdens cigarette card series on Leaders of Men issued in 1924.); © Look and Learn

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Socrates, the renowned Classical Greek Athenian philosopher, continues to captivate minds even centuries after his existence. Known for his profound teachings and philosophical inquiries, Socrates left an indelible mark on the world of philosophy. One of Socrates' most famous concepts is the "Plato's Cave Allegory. " This allegory serves as a metaphor for human perception and knowledge. It depicts individuals chained inside a dark cave, only able to see shadows projected on the wall in front of them. Socrates used this allegory to illustrate how true knowledge can be attained by questioning our beliefs and seeking enlightenment beyond what we perceive. In Raphael's masterpiece fresco titled "The School of Athens, " Socrates appears as a caricature alongside other great philosophers. This artwork showcases the intellectual exchange that took place during ancient times and highlights Socrates' influential role in shaping philosophical thought. Another notable depiction can be found in Jacques-Louis David's painting "The Death of Socrates. " Painted in 1787, this oil-on-canvas artwork portrays the moment when Socrates willingly drinks hemlock poison as punishment for corrupting Athenian youth with his radical ideas. The painting immortalizes both his unwavering commitment to truth and his acceptance of death rather than compromising his principles. Sculptures like Plato's Uffizi Bust further commemorate this remarkable thinker. Crafted with intricate details, these sculptures serve as physical representations capturing some essence of who he was – wise yet humble, determined yet open-minded. Beyond these artistic representations lies the historical figure himself – an enigmatic man whose influence extended far beyond his own time period. His teachings inspired countless others throughout history, including Aristippus of Cyrene who developed hedonism based on some aspects of Socratic philosophy. Today, we continue to revisit and study the life and works of this extraordinary individual named Socrates; forever remembered for challenging societal norms through critical thinking and encouraging the pursuit of knowledge.