Platonic Collection

Theophrastus, Plato, Socrates, Epicurus, Pythagoras, and Zeno. Roman mosaic from Pompeii
GREEK PHILOSOPHERS. Theophrastus, Plato, Socrates, Epicurus, Pythagoras, and Zeno. Roman mosaic from Pompeii

Scene in a gymnasium in Ancient Greece (coloured engraving)
3630059 Scene in a gymnasium in Ancient Greece (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene in a gymnasium in Ancient Greece)

Cubane molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of cubane (C8H8). Atoms are represented as colour-coded spheres (carbon, grey; hydrogen)

Platonic Love, May 30, 1807. May 30, 1807. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Platonic Love, May 30, 1807

Platos Academy, 2nd Century BC (mosaic)
6320354 Platos Academy, 2nd Century BC (mosaic) by Roman, (2nd century BC); (add.info.: Plato teaching philosophy to his disciples. Pompeian copy of an Hellenistic original); Mithra/Index

A Platonic Lament, 1893. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
A Platonic Lament, 1893. A caricature of Oscar Wilde appears in the sky above a nude figure mourning over the body of the Young Syrian. A jester-like figure crouches beneath

The Ladies Bill of Fare, or, a Copious Collection of Beaux, 1795. Creator: Unknown
The Ladies Bill of Fare, or, a Copious Collection of Beaux, 1795

A Platonic Lament
3769670 A Platonic Lament by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); (add.info.: A Platonic Lament -Aubrey Beardsleys illustration for Salome by Oscar Wilde first performed in England on 10 May 1905)

Ancient Greece (coloured engraving)
3630069 Ancient Greece (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greece)

Monument to Nicola Demidoff, 1846 (stone)
BAT400505 Monument to Nicola Demidoff, 1846 (stone) by Bartolini, Lorenzo (1777-1850); Villa Demidoff, Pratolino, Italy; (add.info)

Bust of Plotinus, c. 350-70 (marble)
704483 Bust of Plotinus, c.350-70 (marble) by Roman, (4th century AD); Museo Ostiense, Ostia Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Plotinus (c.204/5-270)

Platonic Lovers, August 1, 1797. August 1, 1797. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Platonic Lovers, August 1, 1797

Ancient Greek Charioteer with one black and one white horse. Promotional card for Red Star Line travel promoting a classical sense of speed, direction and control. Date: circa 1920s

Beatrice Portinari, beloved of Dante
Beatrice Portinari, a young lady of Florence with whom Dante fell in love when she was 8 and he was 9

Lucius Apuleius Platonicus Born Between 123 And 125 Died Circa. 180. Platonic Philosopher And Latin Prose Writer. From The Book Crabbes Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Lucius Apuleius Ad 123-5 To C Ad 180 Platonic Philosopher Rhetorician And Author Frontspiece To The Book The Story Of Cupid And Psyche By Lucius Apuleius Published 1903

Johannes Kepler, caricature
Johannes Kepler. Caricature of the German astronomer Johannes Kepler (1571-1630), holding a model of a cube to represent his theories of the planetary orbits

Plato (424 / 423 BC-348 / 447 BC). Was a classical greek philoso
Plato (424/423 BC-348/447 BC). Was a classical greek philosopher, mathematician, student of Socrates. Founder of the Academy in Athens. Copy of portrait bust by Silanion. 4th century BC

Plato, Greek philosopher
Plato (428 BCE - 347 BCE), Greek philosopher. Platos work was, and is, a major influence on the development of European philosophical and scientific thought

Uniform tiling pattern. This tiling pattern is called truncated hexagonal tiling and has one triangle and two dodecagons (12 sides) on each vertex (corner)

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In the ancient world of Greece, where great philosophers roamed and ideas flourished, the concept love was born. Theophrastus, Plato, Socrates, Epicurus, Pythagoras, and Zeno were among those who delved into its depths and explored its meaning. Roman mosaic from Pompeii depicts a scene in a gymnasium where minds and bodies were nurtured. It symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge and physical excellence that often went hand in hand with platonic relationships. The Platos Academy mosaic from the 2nd century BC showcases the intellectual haven where scholars gathered to exchange thoughts on various subjects including platonic love. It served as a sanctuary for philosophical discussions that shaped society's understanding of this unique bond. Aubrey Beardsley's artwork titled "A Platonic Lament" captures the essence of longing and unrequited affection associated with platonic love. It portrays the emotional complexities experienced by individuals caught in this intricate web of emotions. "The Ladies Bill of Fare, " an anonymous creation from 1795, humorously presents different types of beaux or suitors women might encounter. Among them are those seeking only platonic connections - emphasizing that not all romantic relationships need to be driven by passion alone. Monument to Nicola Demidoff erected in 1846 stands tall as a testament to enduring friendship between two men bonded through their shared admiration for each other's intellect rather than any romantic involvement. This monument exemplifies how deep friendships can transcend societal norms. The bust of Plotinus crafted around 350-70 AD represents one of history's most influential philosophers who believed in transcending earthly desires through contemplation and spiritual growth – ideals closely aligned with platonic love. Thomas Rowlandson's illustrations "Platonic Love" (1807) and "Platonic Lovers" (1797) depict humorous scenes satirizing people engaging in seemingly innocent activities while secretly harboring romantic feelings.