Socrate Collection

School of Athens, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco)
XIR472 School of Athens, from the Stanza della Segnatura, 1510-11 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Italian, out of copyright

The Death of Socrates, 1787 (oil on canvas)
XOS1127648 The Death of Socrates, 1787 (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 129.5x196 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Socrates (c.469-399 BC)

Socrates (469-399 BC) in prison (oil on canvas)
CHT231179 Socrates (469-399 BC) in prison (oil on canvas) by Levy-Dhurmer, Lucien (1865-1953); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet

Portrait of Socrates (marble)
SCP53205 Portrait of Socrates (marble) by Roman (1st century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: copy from a bronze from the Pompeion in Athens, made by Lysippus, Classical Greek, c.330 BC)

Socrates, by Dolfino (litho)
BAL76608 Socrates, by Dolfino (litho) by Dolfino, (19th century); Biblioteca Nazionale, Turin, Italy

Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343151 Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Socrate si congeda dalla propria famiglia)

Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343154 Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Socrate beve la cicuta, 1787-90)

Crito closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster)
6343152 Crito closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Critone chiude gli occhi di Socrate, 1790-92)

Cristo closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster)
6343153 Cristo closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Critone chiude gli occhi di Socrate, 1790-92)

The Last Moments of Socrates (litho)
DGC288145 The Last Moments of Socrates (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates (c.469-399 BC) Classical Greek philosopher; ); Prismatic Pictures; French

The School of Athens, after Raphael (oil on canvas) (see 472 for original)
HTL93687 The School of Athens, after Raphael (oil on canvas) (see 472 for original) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 221x170.2 cm; Private Collection; By courtesy of Julian Hartnoll; English

Socrates Drinks the Cup of Hemlock, c. 1787 (pen & ink with sepia wash on paper)
CJP108029 Socrates Drinks the Cup of Hemlock, c.1787 (pen & ink with sepia wash on paper) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); 11.4x16.5 cm; Private Collection; eCharles Plante Fine Arts; Italian

Bust of Socrates (470-399 BC) (marble)
XIR192430 Bust of Socrates (470-399 BC) (marble) by Lysippos (fl.370-310 BC) (after); Louvre, Paris, France; Greek, out of copyright

Bust of Socrates (470-399 BC) (stone)
XIR206994 Bust of Socrates (470-399 BC) (stone) by Greco-Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; out of copyright

School of Athens, detail of the centre showing various figures including Plato, Aristotle
PHD87599 School of Athens, detail of the centre showing various figures including Plato, Aristotle, Michelangelo (as Heraclitus) and Diogenes

Alcibides Reprimanded by Socrates, c. 1780 (pastel on paper)
CJP126431 Alcibides Reprimanded by Socrates, c.1780 (pastel on paper) by Italian School, (18th century); 36.8x28 cm; Private Collection; eCharles Plante Fine Arts; Italian, out of copyright

Socrates drinking the hemlock (litho)
STC416119 Socrates drinking the hemlock (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Socrates (c.470-399 BC); ); The Stapleton Collection; English

The Death of Socrates (oil on canvas)
CH36633 The Death of Socrates (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Bust of Socrates (469-399 BC) (marble) (see also 85228)
ALG158821 Bust of Socrates (469-399 BC) (marble) (see also 85228) by Greek; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; Greek, out of copyright

Lunette of Prudence and Justice, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)
XAL52893 Lunette of Prudence and Justice, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Socrates, from Crabbes Historical Dictionary, published in 1825 (litho)
KW359992 Socrates, from Crabbes Historical Dictionary, published in 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socrates (c.469-399 BC)

Socrates, c. 1820 (graphite)
XYC309879 Socrates, c.1820 (graphite) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 21.9x18.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: Socrates (469-399 BC)

Socrates (470-399 BC) and his Students, illustration from Kitab Mukhtar al-Hikam
XIR182458 Socrates (470-399 BC) and his Students, illustration from Kitab Mukhtar al-Hikam wa-Mahasin al-Kilam by Al-Mubashir (pen & ink and gouache on paper) by Turkish School

Portrait of Socrates (c. 470-399 BC) engraved by B. Barloccini, 1849 (engraving)
BAL135993 Portrait of Socrates (c.470-399 BC) engraved by B.Barloccini, 1849 (engraving) by Perkins, C.C (19th century) (after); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

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"Socrates: The Philosopher Who Shaped History" Socrates, the renowned philosopher of ancient Greece, continues to captivate us through his profound teachings and enduring legacy. From the iconic fresco "School of Athens" by Raphael to Dolfino's litho portrait, Socrates' intellectual influence is immortalized in various artistic forms. In "The Death of Socrates, " we witness Jacques-Louis David's masterful portrayal of the philosopher's final moments. With a sense of serenity and acceptance, Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock as depicted in both plaster sculptures from 1787-90. Crito tenderly closes his eyes in one rendition while Cristo does so in another, emphasizing the solemnity surrounding his passing. As we delve deeper into history, lithographs like "The Last Moments of Socrates" allow us to visualize this pivotal event with intricate detail. The emotions conveyed on paper evoke a sense of reverence for this great thinker who fearlessly challenged societal norms. However, it is not just through art that we remember Socrates; busts carved from marble and stone provide tangible connections to his physical presence. These sculptures capture his distinctive features and serve as reminders that he was once a living being whose ideas continue to shape our understanding today. One cannot discuss Socrates without acknowledging his role within Plato's philosophical dialogue known as "The School of Athens. " This oil painting after Raphael showcases him engaging in intellectual discourse alongside other esteemed thinkers. It symbolizes how knowledge flourished during this period and highlights Socratic questioning as an essential tool for seeking truth. Lastly, Leonardo da Vinci's interpretation titled "The School of Athens" further emphasizes its significance by recreating Raphael's masterpiece on canvas. Through these works, we are reminded that even centuries later, Socratic wisdom remains relevant and influential across generations. Whether portrayed through frescoes or captured in sculpture or paintings throughout history.