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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. Plato saw the Earth as being imperfect, and therefore founded the tradition of mathematical analysis of nature. He helped to form the first coherent model of the motion of heavenly bodies, claiming that the planets moved in a circular motion. He also argued that the Earth was round. He claimed that the Universe was composed of four elements (water, earth, fire and air). Plato introduced the five platonic solids (cube, tetrahedron, octahedron, pyramid & dodecahedron), the only 5 regular solid shapes. This engraving first appeared in The History of Philosophy by Thomas Stanley, published in
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This print showcases the renowned Greek philosopher, Plato, whose profound ideas continue to shape European philosophical and scientific thought. Plato's intellectual contributions were groundbreaking during his time and remain influential today. He perceived the Earth as flawed and pioneered the tradition of using mathematical analysis to understand nature. Plato formulated a comprehensive model for celestial motion, asserting that planets moved in circular paths while also advocating for a spherical Earth. Moreover, he proposed that the Universe consisted of four fundamental elements: water, earth, fire, and air. Additionally, Plato introduced five platonic solids - the cube, tetrahedron, octahedron, pyramid & dodecahedron - which are still recognized as the only five regular solid shapes. The mesmerizing engraving featured in this print dates back to the 17th century when it was first published in "The History of Philosophy" by Thomas Stanley. It beautifully captures Plato's essence as both a mathematician and philosopher with its monochromatic aesthetic. Todd-White Art Photography has skillfully preserved this historical artifact from Science Photo Library. This image serves as a testament to Plato's enduring legacy and invites viewers to delve into his remarkable insights on mathematics, philosophy, geometry, and more.
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