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A Philosopher, 1662 (marble)
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A Philosopher, 1662 (marble)
499748 A Philosopher, 1662 (marble)
by Puget, Pierre (1620-94); 1969.121 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Puget traveled to Rome in the early 1660s, where he closely studied ancient busts in aristocratic collections. Although inspired by these ancient Greek and Roman depictions of individual philosophers, orators, and writers, Puget instead created a generalized image of this type---a mature, bearded man with a furrowed brow---rather than a portrait of a particular historical figure.
); Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23238590
© Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a magnificent sculpture titled "A Philosopher, 1662" by Pierre Puget. Carved from marble, this masterpiece stands tall at an impressive height of 1969.121 cm in the Cleveland Museum of Art, Ohio, USA. Puget's inspiration for this piece came during his visit to Rome in the early 1660s. There, he meticulously studied ancient busts found in aristocratic collections. While these Greek and Roman depictions typically portrayed specific philosophers or writers, Puget took a different approach with his creation. Instead of capturing the likeness of a particular historical figure, he crafted a generalized image - that of a mature man with a furrowed brow and an imposing beard. The sculpture exudes wisdom and contemplation as it embodies the essence of philosophical thought. Its classical style pays homage to ancient traditions while adding its unique touch to create an enduring work of art. Dating back to the seventeenth century (17th), this statue is not only an exquisite representation but also serves as a testament to Puget's mastery in sculpting marble. The intricate details and lifelike features make it truly remarkable. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' fine art photography skills, we can now appreciate every nuance captured within this photograph print without having to travel across continents or centuries.
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