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Diogenes and Plato (litho)
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Diogenes and Plato (litho)
8660749 Diogenes and Plato (litho) by Titus, C. (fl.1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diogenes and Plato. Many sharp wordy combats were waged between the philosopher Diogenes and Plato. On one occasion Diogenes, hearing that Plato in a lecture had defined man as a "two-legged animal without feathers," plucked a fowl and carried it into the Academy exclaiming, "Behold Plato's man!" Plato's favourite name for Diogenes was "a mad Socrates," an allusion to the mixture of wisdom and foolish extravagance in his character. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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This lithograph depicts the sharp and witty exchanges between two of ancient Greece's most renowned philosophers, Diogenes and Plato. The image captures a moment in history where Diogenes, known for his unconventional behavior and blunt honesty, challenges Plato's definition of man as a "two-legged animal without feathers" by presenting a plucked fowl as "Plato's man." This humorous yet thought-provoking gesture showcases the contrasting philosophies of these two great minds.
Diogenes, often referred to as "a mad Socrates" by Plato due to his eccentricity mixed with wisdom, was not afraid to challenge societal norms and question conventional beliefs. On the other hand, Plato was known for his systematic approach to philosophy and emphasis on reason and logic. Their intellectual sparring reflects the diversity of thought in ancient Greece and highlights the importance of critical thinking in philosophical discourse.
As we gaze upon this historical scene brought to life through Titus C.'s skilled artistry, we are reminded of the timeless relevance of philosophical debates that continue to shape our understanding of human nature and existence. This lithograph serves as a window into a fascinating chapter in intellectual history, inviting us to ponder the complexities of truth, wisdom, and folly embodied by Diogenes and Plato.
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