Heraclitus / Silvestro
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Heraclitus / Silvestro
HERACLITUS Greek philosopher: portrait bust
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Bust Caption Frowning Philosopher Wavy Heraclitus Silvestro
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Heraclitus of Ephesus: A Philosophical Visionary, Captured in Marble (BC 535-475) This evocative portrait bust, attributed to the Italian artist Silvestro, presents the enigmatic Greek philosopher Heraclitus of Ephesus. Known for his profound and paradoxical ideas, Heraclitus is often referred to as the 'obscure' or 'weeping philosopher' due to his melancholic expression, as depicted in this image. Born in the ancient Ionian city of Ephesus, Heraclitus was a pre-Socratic philosopher, who lived around 535-475 BC. He is renowned for his doctrine of change and flux, known as 'panta rhei,' which translates to 'everything flows.' Heraclitus believed that the universe was in a constant state of change, and that opposites are interconnected and inseparable. Despite the scarcity of surviving texts attributed to him, Heraclitus' influence on Western thought is undeniable. His ideas have shaped the philosophical landscape, particularly in the realms of metaphysics, cosmology, and epistemology. The intricately carved details of this marble bust reveal Heraclitus' distinctive features: wavy hair, a furrowed brow, and a long, flowing beard. The deep furrows on his forehead suggest a man lost in thought, pondering the mysteries of the universe. The bust's worn, aged surface adds to its historical allure, serving as a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the enduring nature of human curiosity. This masterful work of art, created by the skilled hands of Silvestro, offers a glimpse into the enigmatic world of Heraclitus, the philosopher who saw the world as an ever-changing river, and whose ideas continue to inspire and challenge us today.
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