Epicurean Collection

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)

Portrait bust of Epicurus (341-271 BC), ancient Greek philosopher and founder of Epicurean school
536070 Portrait bust of Epicurus (341-271 BC), ancient Greek philosopher and founder of Epicurean school. 3rd or 2nd century BC (sculpture of Roman copy of lost Greek original)

"Scene from Moore's Epicurean'"... 1850. Creator: Unknown
National Exhibition in Regent-street, [London] - No. 122 - "Scene from Moore's Epicurean'" - painted by O. R. Campbell, 1850. Mr. O. R

Marble head of Epikouros, 2nd century AD (marble)
3526110 Marble head of Epikouros, 2nd century AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); 49.8 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Illustration, an Epicurean. first published 1838

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

The Petrossian Caviar shop in Paris (oil on canvas)
CHT219311 The Petrossian Caviar shop in Paris (oil on canvas) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Publius Aelius Traianus Hadrianus Bc76 - Bc138 Roman Emperor Stoic And Epicurean Philosopher From The Book Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

The Epicure who detected a Minnow by H. M. Bateman
The Epicure Who Detected a Minnow in the Whitebait by H. M. Batemen. An arrogant diner, irate to discover a minnow amongst his plate of whitebait, demands the ma e d rectifies the situation

Grilled sardines in a restaurant in Collioure on the Mediterranean coast in Roussillon, French Catalonia. Collioure. Roussillon. Grilled sardines with potato gratin. France

Philosopher. Bust. Marble. Samaria. Roman period, 1st century AD. Epicurean school. Rockefeller Archaeological Museum. Jerusalem. Israel. Roman copy

Metrodorus of Lampsacus (the Younger) (331-278 BC). Bust
Metrodorus of Lampsacus (the Younger) (331-278 BC). Greek philosopher. Bust. Epicurean School. Roman copy of 1st century after a greek original of 3rd century BC. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Bust of Metrodorus of Lampsacus the Younger (331-277 BC)
Metrodorus of Lampsacus the Younger (331-277 BC). Greek philosopher of the Epicurean school. Bust. Roman copy. Glytothek. Munich. Germany

As of this writing (3-12-2012) The French Laundry is considered one of the best restaurants in the world. Located in Yountville, California in the Napa Valley

Two Epicureans (oil on canvas)
XIR181027 Two Epicureans (oil on canvas) by Tournieres, Robert (1668-1752) (attr. to); 73x91 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; French, out of copyright

I really like Veals head
A little girl expresses her like for this particular French culinary delicacy - Veals head! Date: 1905

Bouzigues Languedoc. Oyster on half shell with lemon. France. Europe

Traditional Albanian dish called Fergese, made with offal intestines in tomato sauce. Berat lower town. Albania, Balkan, Europe

A traditional black earthenware pot called cereme used for cooking meat UNK Tradita traditional restaurant, Shkodra. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Epicurus (341-271BC) Ancient Greek philosopher and founder of Epicurean school. Portrait bust

Epicurus (341-271 BC) Ancient Greek philosopher. Founder of Epicurean school. Portrait bust. Roman copy of lost Greek original of 3rd or 2nd century BC

Small pieces of bread croutons with tomato bruschetta-like. Tirana capital. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Creme caramel type of pudding with caramel sauce. Berat lower town. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Triangular pieces of red water melon Shalqi on a white plate. Berat lower town. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Traditional dish with potatoes, rolled roast lamb, fried fish, kafta meat balls. Berat lower town. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Salad with tomatoes, onions, green bell peppers, cucumbers, cornichons olives and carrots. Berat lower town. Albania, Balkan, Europe

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Whole baked in the oven leg of lamb with sesame seed decoration en croute. Efendi Efendy traditional Turkish and Ottoman Restaurant, The Block, Tirana. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Grilled baked aubergine eggplant with tomatoes and garlic Efendi Efendy traditional Turkish and Ottoman Restaurant, The Block, Tirana. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Salad with okra beans, red bell pepper and spices, marinated. Efendi Efendy traditional Turkish and Ottoman Restaurant, The Block, Tirana. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Dried dry cured ham with basil leaves on a white plate. Tradita traditional restaurant, Shkodra. Albania, Balkan, Europe

White bean and onion salad, grilled vegetables, baby suckling pig pork chops. Traditional restaurant, Shkodra. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Traditional bread in a bread basket. Pita type bread called kulau kulac. Tradita
Traditional bread in a bread basket. Pita type bread called kulaÁ kulac. Tradita traditional restaurant, Shkodra. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Salad with white beans in an earthenware bowl. Tomato and basil salad. White beans typical for south east Albania. Tradita traditional restaurant, Shkodra. Albania, Balkan, Europe

A bee hive beehive in the garden. Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Vukovici Durovic Jovo Winery near Dupilo. Montenegro, Balkan

Montenegrin food speciality: dried and smoked cured ham and smoked sausages. Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Montenegro, Balkan

Montenegrin food speciality: Smoked and dry cured ham and smoked sausages. Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Montenegro, Balkan

Montenegrin food speciality: fresh sheep cheese cut in triangles on a plate. Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Vukovici Durovic Jovo Winery near Dupilo

Montenegrin food speciality: Smoked and cured ham and smoked sausages. Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Vukovici, Montenegro, Balkan

Montenegrin food speciality: fresh apples on a plate Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Vukovici Durovic Jovo Winery near Dupilo. Montenegro, Balkan

Montenegrin food speciality: sweet honey flavoured cake Durovic Jovo Winery, Dupilo village, wine region south of Podgorica. Vukovici Durovic Jovo Winery near Dupilo. Montenegro, Balkan

Plate with many types of different grilled meat, pork chops, spare ribs, sausages. Hercegovina Produkt winery, Citluk, near Mostar. Federation Bosne i Hercegovine. Bosnia Herzegovina

Hotel le Tassigny with the restaurant Le Tournedos in Lezignan-Corbieres. Les Corbieres. Languedoc. France. Europe

Hotel Residence in Nissan-lez-Enserune La Clape. Languedoc. Canette roti avec lasagne de legumes. Grilled roast duck with a lasagne with vegetables and a white square plate. France

Chateau Guilhem. Carcassonne. At the Restaurant Auberge des Lices. Languedoc. France. Europe. Bottle. Wine glass

Carcassonne. At the Restaurant Auberge des Lices. Languedoc. Black cast iron pot with lid used for serving a pumpkin soup, soupe de potiron. France. Europe

Collioure. Roussillon. Marinated anchovies and red bell pepper as a starter. France. Europe

Collioure. Roussillon. Grilled sardines with potato gratin. France. Europe

Restaurant Chez Philippe. Marseillan. Languedoc. France. Europe. Wine glass

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In the bustling gymnasium of Ancient Greece, a scene unfolds as philosophers engage in lively debates. Among them stands an Epicurean, his marble head exuding wisdom and serenity from the 2nd century AD. With deep contemplation etched on his face, he ponders the mysteries of life. Meanwhile, in another corner of history, H. M. Bateman's comical illustration captures an Epicurean with a keen eye for detail. In this whimsical moment, he detects a minnow swimming amidst the chaos of everyday life - an ode to their ability to find pleasure even in the smallest things. The allure of Epicureanism extends beyond philosophy into art and culture. A vibrant oil painting depicts The Petrossian Caviar shop in Paris, where indulgence meets refined taste, and is here that epicures revel in luxurious flavors and savor every decadent bite. As we delve deeper into history's annals, we encounter busts depicting renowned figures like Metrodorus of Lampsacus (the Younger). These stoic yet passionate individuals embody the essence of Epicureanism through their pursuit of knowledge and intellectual growth. Fast forward to modern times; The French Laundry stands tall as one of the world's finest restaurants. Its culinary masterpieces are crafted with meticulous attention to detail – a testament to how far Epicureanism has come since its ancient origins. Even Roman Emperor Publius Aelius Traianus Hadrianus Bc76 - Bc138 found solace in both Stoicism and Epicureanism during his reign. This influential figure recognized that true happiness lies not only in power but also in seeking pleasure wisely while maintaining inner tranquility. Finally, our journey concludes at a Mediterranean restaurant where grilled sardines tempt our palates with their smoky aroma and delicate flavors—a reminder that simple pleasures can bring immense joy when savored mindfully by embracing an epicurean lifestyle.