Heraclitus Collection

School of Athens, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
XIR472 School of Athens, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Italian, out of copyright

The School of Athens. (Fresco in Stanza della Segnatura), ca 1510-1511. Creator: Raphael
The School of Athens. (Fresco in Stanza della Segnatura), ca 1510-1511. Private Collection

Heraclitus / Silvestro
HERACLITUS Greek philosopher: portrait bust

Heraclitus, 1628. Creator: Hendrick ter Brugghen
Heraclitus, 1628

Heraclitus portrayed as Michelangelo, detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
3362163 Heraclitus portrayed as Michelangelo, detail from the School of Athens in the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520)

Heraclitus, the Weeping Philosopher, c. 1630. Creator: Unknown
Heraclitus, the Weeping Philosopher, c. 1630

The School of Athens, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1509-10 (fresco)
703082 The School of Athens, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1509-10 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 500x770 cm; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Italian

Heraclitus and Democritus (oil on canvas)
3496704 Heraclitus and Democritus (oil on canvas) by Figino, Ambrogio Giovanni (1548-1608); 52x73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Giovanni Ambrogio Figino-Eraclito e Democrito 52x73cm)

Heraclitus playing at dice with boys in order to show his contempt for the usual
3614275 Heraclitus playing at dice with boys in order to show his contempt for the usual occupations of men, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

The Sorrowful Heraclitus, 1746 (oil on canvas)
990347 The Sorrowful Heraclitus, 1746 (oil on canvas) by Coypel, Antoine (1661-1722); 92.4x73.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sorrowful Heraclitus. Charles Antoine Coypel (1694-1752)

Fools Cap World Map, c. 1590 (engraving)
3036384 Fools Cap World Map, c.1590 (engraving) by Italian School, (16th century); (add.info.: Antique print of a world map as the face of a court jesterAs A Fools CapA ; engraving, c. 1590)

Heraclitus, 1634. Creator: Ribera, Jose, de (1591-1652)
Heraclitus, 1634. Private Collection

Heraclitus, (c535 -c475 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Heraclitus, (c535 -c475 BC), 1830. Heraclitus of Ephesus (c535 -c475 BC) pre-Socratic Greek philosopher, native of the city of Ephesus, then part of the Persian Empire

Engraving with Heraclitus 535-484 BC. and Democritus 460-370 BC. Greek philosophers

Heraclitus of Ephesus, Greek philosopher

Heraclitus and Democritus, 1486. Artist: Bramante, Donato (1444-1514)
Heraclitus and Democritus, 1486. Found in the collection of Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

Heraclitus, c. 1647-1648. Artist: Ter Borch, Gerard, the Younger (1617-1681)
Heraclitus, c. 1647-1648. Found in the collection of Wallraf-Richartz-Museum, Cologne

Heraclitus. Artist: Dou, Gerard (Gerrit) (1613-1675)
Heraclitus. From a private collection

Heraclitus and Democritus, early 17th century. Artist: Dirck van Baburen
Heraclitus and Democritus, early 17th century. Heraclitus (535-475 BC) and Democritus (460-370 BC) were Ancient Greek philosophers

Heraclitus, 1630. Artist: Moreelse, Johan (Johannes Pauwelsz. ) (c. 1603?1634)
Heraclitus, 1630. Found in the collection of the Centraal Museum, Utrecht

Democritus, 1630. Artist: Moreelse, Johan (Johannes Pauwelsz. ) (c. 1603?1634)
Democritus, 1630. Found in the collection of the Centraal Museum, Utrecht

Heraclitus talking gesturing leaning earth globe
Heraclitus, talking and gesturing while leaning on an earth globe with his right arm. globe, Hendrick ter Brugghen, 1628, canvas, oil paint (paint), support: h 85.5 cm × w 70 cm

philosophers Herakliet Demokriet globe Heraclitus
The philosophers Herakliet and Demokriet with a globe, globe, Heraclitus, the weeping philosopher, and Democritus, the laughing philosopher (in allegorical or symbolic frame or setting)

Heraclitus of Ephesus. Portrait
Heraclitus of Ephesus (535-475 BC). Pre-socratic Greek philosopher. Heraclitus figured by Michelangelo. Detail of the fresco The School of Athens by Raphael. Raphaels Rooms. Apostolic Palace

Heraclitus / Globe / Praying
HERACLITUS Greek philosopher with globe Date: 540 - 480 BC

Heraclitus / Anon Eng
HERACLITUS Greek philosopher: portrait bust Date: 540 - 480 BC

Democritus Heraclitus 1625-77 Etching Hollar
Artokoloro

Bust of Heraclitus, print maker: Arnold Houbraken, Leonard Schenk, 1710 - 1719

1147462; out of copyright

Group with Pythagoras and Heraclitus. Detail from The School of Athens by Raphael, fresco, 1509-10
PYTHAGORAS (569-475 B.C.). Group with Pythagoras and Heraclitus. Detail from The School of Athens by Raphael, fresco, 1509-10

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

Heraclitus, the enigmatic philosopher of ancient Greece, continues to captivate and intrigue us through various artistic depictions. In Raphael's masterpiece "The School of Athens, " Heraclitus is portrayed alongside other great thinkers, his presence a testament to his profound influence on philosophy. Silvestro's portrayal of him in this fresco captures the essence of his wisdom and contemplation. In another detail from "The School of Athens, " Heraclitus takes on an unexpected appearance as Michelangelo himself. This clever representation highlights the artist's admiration for the philosopher and showcases their shared passion for deep introspection. Known as the Weeping Philosopher, Heraclitus' melancholic disposition is beautifully captured in an anonymous painting from 1630. The sorrow etched upon his face reflects his understanding of life's inherent transience and constant change. A juxtaposition between two contrasting philosophies can be seen in the oil painting depicting Heraclitus with Democritus. Their opposing views on existence are symbolized by their expressions - one pensive and serious, while the other wears a mischievous smile. One peculiar anecdote about Heraclitus reveals his contempt for societal norms; he is depicted playing dice with boys to demonstrate his disregard for conventional pursuits. This unconventional act serves as a reminder that true wisdom often lies outside established conventions. "The Sorrowful Heraclitus" painted in 1746 portrays him immersed in thought against a backdrop of turbulent waves. This poignant image encapsulates both his philosophical insights into life's ever-changing nature and hints at personal struggles he may have faced during his lifetime. Even centuries after his time, artists like Ribera continue to pay homage to this influential thinker. His portrait from 1634 depicts a stern yet wise countenance that invites viewers to delve deeper into the depths of human existence. An unknown artist captures Heraclitus' essence once again in an evocative depiction dating back to 1830.