Pittacus Collection

Banquet given by the Seven Sages of Greece
LLM459582 Banquet given by the Seven Sages of Greece by Ros, P. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banquet given by the Seven Sages of Greece)

View of the Roman Forum in Athens
View of the Roman Forum or Agora in Athens, Greece. Built during the reign of Emperor Augustus. L Elevazione del Foro di Atene

Periander, Solon, Bias, Thales and Pittacus
Portraits of Corinthian ruler Periander 1, Athenian statesman Solon 2, Bias of Priene 3, Greek mathetician Thales of Miletus 4, and Pittacus of Mytilene 5. etc

Solon Athens Solon Salaminius title object seven sages
Solon of Athens Solon Salaminius (title on object) The seven sages of Greece (series title), A man in military clothing, full-length portrait, seen on the left, standing by a building

Pittacus Of Mytilene Born Circa. 640 Bc Died 568 Bc. Greek Philosopher. One Of The Seven Sages Of Greece And Mytilenaean General. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Thales of Miletus, Jacob de Gheyn (III), Decimus Magnus Ausonius, Nicolaes de Clerck, 1616

Chilon of Sparta, print maker: Jacob de Gheyn III, Decimus Magnus Ausonius, Nicolaes de Clerck, 1616

Bias of Priene, Jacob de Gheyn (III), Decimus Magnus Ausonius, Nicolaes de Clerck, 1616

Brown terracotta statuette of philosopher Pittacus of Mytilene, from House of Julia Felix, Pompei
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Brown terracotta statuette of seated philosopher identified by Greek characters inscription as Pittacus of Mytilene, 8080 b.C. From Pompei, House of Julia Felix

The Seven Sages of Greece, 7th century BC
The Seven Sages of Greece. The traditions of Ancient Greece named seven philosophers and statesmen from the 7th and 6th centuries BC as the wisest of men

Seven Sages of Greece
The Seven Sages, or Wise Men, of Greece - Bias of Priene; Chilo of Sparta; Cleobolus of Lindos; Periander of Corinth; Pittacus of Mytilene; Solon of Athens; Thales of Miletus

PITTACUS of Mytilene Greek statesman, lawgiver and sage who ruled that legal penalties should be doubled if the offender is drunk

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"Pittacus: The Wise Philosopher and Mytilenaean General of Ancient Greece" Step back in time to the 7th century BC, where a grand banquet was hosted by the esteemed Seven Sages of Greece. Among them stood Pittacus of Mytilene, a Greek philosopher and military leader whose wisdom and leadership left an indelible mark on history. As you gaze upon the breathtaking view of the Roman Forum in Athens, imagine Pittacus engaging in profound discussions with his fellow sages - Periander, Solon, Bias, and Thales. These intellectual giants shaped ancient Greek philosophy and politics with their remarkable insights. Born around 640 BC and passing away in 568 BC, Pittacus's influence extended far beyond his lifetime. Recognized as one of the Seven Sages of Greece, he held a revered position among his contemporaries. His contributions were so significant that they earned him a place in Crabbes Historical Dictionary published in 1825. Intriguingly captured through artistry by Jacob de Gheyn III, Decimus Magnus Ausonius, Nicolaes de Clerck - Chilon of Sparta is depicted alongside Pittacus as printmakers immortalize their legacies. A brown terracotta statuette discovered at Pompeii's House of Julia Felix further testifies to Pittacus's enduring impact on society. Pittacus embodied both intelligence and bravery; not only was he renowned for his philosophical teachings but also for leading troops into battle as a general from Mytilene. This multidimensional figure exemplified how wisdom could be applied both on the battlefield and within intellectual circles. The legacy left behind by this wise sage continues to inspire generations even today.