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Antique Framed Print : Plato (424 / 423 BC-348 / 447 BC). Was a classical greek philoso
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Plato (424 / 423 BC-348 / 447 BC). Was a classical greek philoso
Plato (424/423 BC-348/447 BC). Was a classical greek philosopher, mathematician, student of Socrates. Founder of the Academy in Athens. Copy of portrait bust by Silanion. 4th century BC. Museum of Louvre. Paris
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.3cm x 37.1cm (9.2" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Plato: The Founder of the Academy and Pioneer of Philosophical Thought" This portrait bust of Plato (424/423 BC-348/447 BC) is a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the most influential thinkers in Western civilization. Born in Athens during the classical Greek era, Plato was a student of the renowned philosopher Socrates and went on to establish the Academy, an institution of higher learning that would shape the course of Western philosophy. The bust, created by the ancient Greek sculptor Silanion in the 4th century BC, is currently housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The lifelike representation of Plato's features, with his penetrating gaze and serene expression, invites us to ponder the depths of his philosophical thought. Plato's contributions to philosophy, mathematics, and education were profound. He is best known for his dialogues, which explore a wide range of topics, including ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. Plato's philosophical ideas, such as Platonism and the Theory of Forms, continue to shape our understanding of the world and our place in it. The Academy, which Plato founded in Athens, was the first institution dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake. It was a place where students could engage in rigorous intellectual inquiry and explore the mysteries of the universe. Plato's vision for education as a means of personal and societal transformation continues to inspire us today. This exquisite portrait bust of Plato serves as a reminder of the profound impact that one individual can have on the course of human history. It invites us to reflect on the timeless wisdom of Plato's philosophical insights and to continue the pursuit of knowledge and understanding that he began over 2,000 years ago.
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