LOCKE, John (1632-1704). English empiricist philosopher
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LOCKE, John (1632-1704). English empiricist philosopher
LOCKE, John (1632-1704). English empiricist philosopher and liberal theoretician. Portraif by F. Morellon la Cave (1734). Etching
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Cave Empiricist Etching Liberal Locke Philosopher Theoretician Masculine Persons Up Right
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This etching depicts John Locke (1632-1704), an English philosopher and liberal theoretician, as captured by the skilled hand of French artist F. Morellon la Cave in 1734. Locke is renowned for his influential ideas in the field of empiricism, which posits that all knowledge comes from experience. His groundbreaking work, "An Essay Concerning Human Understanding," challenged the dominant rationalist philosophy of his time and laid the foundations for modern epistemology. Locke's liberal political thought, as expressed in "Two Treatises of Government," is also evident in this portrait. He advocated for the natural rights of individuals, limited government, and the separation of powers. The masculine figure, dressed in the finery of the time, gazes directly at the viewer with a thoughtful expression, exuding the intellectual depth and clarity of mind that characterized his work. The vibrant colors and intricate details of the etching bring Locke's likeness to life, capturing the essence of the man behind the ideas. The vertical orientation of the portrait emphasizes the importance and stature of this intellectual giant in the history of philosophy. The portrait serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Locke's ideas and his place as a pivotal figure in the development of modern political and epistemological thought.
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