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Alexander and Diogenes, 1671-1689, (Carrare marble)
7308595 Alexander and Diogenes, 1671-1689, (Carrare marble) by Puget, Pierre (1620-94); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Alexander and Diogenes, 1671 - 1689, Carrare Marble
Sculptor: Pierre Puget, 1620 - 1694
Louvre Museum, Paris); © Frank Buffetrille. All rights reserved 2022
Media ID 28384110
© Frank Buffetrille. All rights reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images
327 Bc 4th Century Bc Alexander 3 Of Macedon Alexander Iii Of Macedon Alexander Iii Of Macedonia Alexander Iii The Great Alexander The Great Alexander The Great 356 323 B Alexander The Great 356 323 Bc Ancient Greeks Appointment Baroque Art Baroque Style Date Diogenes Of Sinope Encounter Fourth Century Bc Ivth Century Bc King Alexander The Great Puppy 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Antique Greece Art Style Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Seventeeth Century Several People Several Persons
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The print captures the exquisite Carrare marble sculpture titled "Alexander and Diogenes" created by Pierre Puget between 1671 and 1689. Housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, this masterpiece showcases Puget's exceptional talent as a sculptor. In this artwork, we witness a significant meeting between two iconic figures from ancient history. Alexander the Great, known for his military prowess and leadership, encounters Diogenes of Sinope, an influential philosopher who embraced a simple and ascetic lifestyle. The sculpture depicts Alexander on horseback with his army behind him. He is portrayed as a powerful ruler adorned in regal attire. In contrast, Diogenes sits on the ground with his loyal dog beside him, representing his rejection of material possessions. This encounter symbolizes the clash between power and wisdom. Alexander approaches Diogenes out of curiosity to meet such an unconventional thinker. The dialogue that unfolds between them highlights their contrasting ideologies - one driven by ambition and conquest while the other seeks enlightenment through simplicity. Puget's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this sculpture; from the intricate rendering of each figure to capturing their expressions and body language. The Baroque style adds drama to the scene while emphasizing both characters' distinct personalities. Through this remarkable work of art, viewers are transported back to ancient Greece where they can contemplate the timeless themes of power versus philosophy that continue to resonate today.
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