Epistemology Collection

Socrates (c 469399 BC). Classical Greek Athenian philosophe
Socrates (c.469-399 BC). Classical Greek Athenian philosopher. Bust. Found at Piazza Venezia. 1st. century. Pentelic marble. Palazzo Massimo. National Roman Museum. Rome. Italy

Victor Emile Egger
3253007 Victor Emile Egger; (add.info.: Victor Emile Egger, 1848-1909. French epistemologist and psychologist. From Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, published c. 1900).

Immanuel Kant, 18th century (engraving)
2907786 Immanuel Kant, 18th century (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was a German philosopher and one of the central Enlightenment thinkers.).

RICKERT, Heinrich (1863-1936). German philosopher, one of the leading Neo-Kantians. Engraving
CUL4851923 RICKERT, Heinrich (1863-1936). German philosopher, one of the leading Neo-Kantians. Engraving by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: RICKERT, Heinrich (1863-1936)

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

Portrait of Rene Descartes, 1644 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF275027 Portrait of Rene Descartes, 1644 (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rene Descartes (1596-1650); French scientist; ); German

Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim (1486-1535) title page engraving from
5615720 Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim (1486-1535) title page engraving from De occulta philosophia libri tres published in 1533

"You can t see me!"(engraving)
6010620 " You can t see me!" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " You can t see me)

Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa, from "True Portraits
5668950 Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa, from A" True PortraitsA...A" by AndreThevet, published in 1584 (engraving) by Thevet

Rene Descartes (engraving)
815816 Rene Descartes (engraving) by Hals, Frans (1582/83-1666) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rene Descartes (1596-1650)

Socrates (469-399 BC). Classical Greek philosopher
Socrates (469-399 BC). Classical Greek Philosopher. Statue of Socrates at the Athens Academy. Athens. Central Greece. Attica. Europe

Descartes, Rene (La Haye, Touraine, France, 1596-Stockholm, 1650). French philosopher, mathematician, physicist, and writer. Engraving

Socrates (469-399 BC). Classical Greek philosopher
Socrates (469-399 BC). Classical Greek Philosopher. Statue of Socrates at the Athens Academy. Athens. Central Greece. Attica. Europe

Aristotle (384-322 BC). Classical Greek philosopher
Aristotle (384-322 BC). Classical Greek Philosopher. A student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great. Statue of Aristotle at the Athens Academy. Athens. Central Greece. Attica. Europe

GAOS GONZALEZ POLA, Jose (1902-1969). Spanish philosopher who obtained political asylum in Mexico during the Spanish Civil War. Portrait by A. Martinez Anaya. Oil on canvas

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

John Locke, engraved by James Basire (engraving)
XJF392693 John Locke, engraved by James Basire (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Locke (1632-1704) from The Gallery of Portraits, published 1833 (engraving)
KW200757 John Locke (1632-1704) from The Gallery of Portraits, published 1833 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Socrates (469-399 BC). Classical Greek Philosopher. Statue. The Athens Academy. Athens. Greece

Aristotle (384-322 BC). Classical Greek Philosopher. A student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great. Statue of Aristotle at the Athens Academy. Athens, Central Greece

Psychological identity. Conceptual computer artwork of a headless person and two psychology books. One of the most fundamental psychological and philosophical concepts is that of the self

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Epistemology, the study of knowledge and its acquisition, has been a central concern for philosophers throughout history. From ancient Greek thinkers like Socrates and Aristotle to modern-day scholars such as Descartes and Agrippa, the quest to understand how we come to know what we know has captivated human minds. Socrates, a classical Athenian philosopher who lived in the 5th century BC, believed that true knowledge could only be attained through questioning and critical thinking. He famously stated, "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. " This humble approach to knowledge laid the foundation for future epistemological inquiries. Descartes, a French philosopher of the 17th century, sought certainty in an era marked by doubt. His famous statement "Cogito ergo sum" (I think therefore I am) exemplifies his methodical skepticism. Descartes aimed to establish indubitable foundations upon which all other knowledge could be built. Agrippa von Nettesheim was another influential figure in epistemology during the Renaissance period. His work emphasized the importance of self-awareness and introspection as tools for acquiring genuine knowledge. The title page engraving from his book "You can't see me. " captures this idea beautifully – highlighting that true understanding often lies beyond what meets the eye. Throughout history, philosophers have grappled with questions about perception and reality. Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa's "True Portraits" further explores these themes by challenging our preconceived notions of identity and appearance. It reminds us that our understanding of others may be limited by superficial judgments. In their pursuit of truth, these philosophers recognized that knowledge is not static but evolves over time. Socrates' teachings influenced subsequent generations including Aristotle - another prominent Greek thinker who expanded on his ideas about reason and logic. Even in more recent times, Spanish philosopher Jose GAOS GONZALEZ POLA continued to delve into the complexities of epistemology.