413 V Collection

Diogene of Sinope called the cynic, (around 413-around 327 BC), holding his lantern lit in the streets of Athenes
NWI4912178 Diogene of Sinope called the cynic, (around 413-around 327 BC), holding his lantern lit in the streets of Athenes (Greece) in search of a real man

The Greek philosopher Diogenes of Sinope, known as the cynic, (around 413-around 327 BC)
ELD4842833 The Greek philosopher Diogenes of Sinope, known as the cynic, (around 413-around 327 BC), facing Alexander the Great sitting near his lantern (Greek philosopher Diogenes of Sinope)

Diogene breaking his ecular Diogene of Sinope called the Cynic (413-327 BC)
JLJ4681067 Diogene breaking his ecular Diogene of Sinope called the Cynic (413-327 BC), Greek philosopher, abandons his ecular after seeing a child drink water in his hands at the fountain

Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) meets the Greek philosopher Diogene the Cynic
JLJ4604131 Alexander the Great (356 BC-323 BC) meets the Greek philosopher Diogene the Cynic (413 BC-327 BC) in his barrel" Bas relief marble by Pierre Puget (1620-1694) 1693

Furniture first empire: pendulum in golden bronze representing Diogene looking for a man
JLJ4671572 Furniture first empire: pendulum in golden bronze representing Diogene looking for a man made by Claude Galle (1759-1815) for the 1806 exhibition

Diogene asking for almone to statues. (Sinope Diogene called cynical
LSE4314803 Diogene asking for almone to statues. (Sinope Diogene called cynical, around 413-around 327 BC). Painting by Jean Bernard Restout (1732-1797), Oil On Canvas, 1765

Bust of Diogenes the Cynic (413 BC - 327 BC), Greek philosopher
GIA4770268 Bust of Diogenes the Cynic (413 BC - 327 BC), Greek philosopher. by Greek; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bust of Diogenes the Cynic (413 BC - 327 BC)

Diogenes (cynic philosopher) and his lantern, with which he searched for an honest man
XEE4415587 Diogenes (cynic philosopher) and his lantern, with which he searched for an honest man. 19th century engraving

Preparation drawing by Pierre Puget (1620-1694) for "Alexandre and Diogene"
JEB4873195 Preparation drawing by Pierre Puget (1620-1694) for " Alexandre and Diogene" (ink on paper, pen) by Puget, Pierre (1620-94); 7x6.2 cm; Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

Diogenes (-413 - -327) and Democritus (-460 - -370) - in "
GIA4693304 Diogenes (-413 - -327) and Democritus (-460 - -370) - in " Das Narrenschif (Le bateau des fools)" by Sebastien Brandt (1458 - 1521). Engraving

Diogenus the Cynic (413-327 BC), Greek philosopher, in his barrel tells Alexander
GIA4786505 Diogenus the Cynic (413-327 BC), Greek philosopher, in his barrel tells Alexander the Great " Let you see my sun"

Diogene throwing his ecvil. Painting by Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665), 1648. Oil on canvas
JLJ4601170 Diogene throwing his ecvil. Painting by Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665), 1648. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1, 6 x 2, 21m. by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665); Louvre, Paris

Diogene and Alexander: encounter between the Greek philosopher Diogene de Sinope
LRI4705330 Diogene and Alexander: encounter between the Greek philosopher Diogene de Sinope (413-327 BC) in his barrel and King Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) in Corinth

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"413 v: The Encounter of Diogenes and Alexander the Great" In ancient Greece, during the 4th century BC, two influential figures crossed paths in a moment that would be remembered for centuries to come. Diogenes of Sinope, also known as the Cynic philosopher, found himself face to face with none other than Alexander the Great. Diogenes, renowned for his unconventional lifestyle and disdain for societal norms, sat near his lantern on that fateful day. With a piercing gaze and an air of wisdom surrounding him, he challenged those who dared approach him. His search was not for material possessions or power; instead, he sought something far more elusive - an honest man. Alexander the Great, ruler of one of history's most formidable empires at such a young age, was intrigued by this enigmatic philosopher. He had heard tales of Diogenes' eccentricities and intellectual prowess and desired to engage in conversation with him. As they conversed under the watchful eyes of curious onlookers, it became apparent that these two men were polar opposites in their beliefs and values. While Alexander reveled in wealth and conquests, Diogenes lived humbly in a barrel without any desire for worldly possessions. Their encounter captured imaginations throughout time - from Pierre Puget's preparatory drawing depicting "Alexandre and Diogene, " showcasing their contrasting personas beautifully intertwined; to Nicolas Poussin's painting where Diogenes defiantly throws away his earthly belongings. The busts immortalizing Diogenes further emphasize his significance as a Greek philosopher who challenged societal conventions through cynicism. His quest for truth resonated deeply within philosophical circles even after his passing. In this historic meeting between two great minds - one driven by ambition while the other embraced simplicity - we witness an intriguing clash between different ideologies. It serves as a reminder that even amidst grandeur and power lies room for introspection and the pursuit of genuine human connection.