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Democritus laughs Greek philosopher Democritus
Democritus laughs, The Greek philosopher Democritus is sitting in his office near a globe and smiling, (story of) Democritus, the philosopher, globe, laughing, Jan van der Bruggen (attributed to), 1659 - 1726, paper, h 262, × w 188 mm
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Media ID 19541039
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1659 1726 Democritus Globe Jan Van Der Bruggen Laughing Office Philosopher Sitting Smiling Story Attributed
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In this print titled "Democritus Laughs" we are transported back in time to the office of the renowned Greek philosopher, Democritus. The image showcases a moment frozen in history, capturing Democritus sitting comfortably amidst his scholarly surroundings. The focal point of the photograph is undoubtedly the globe placed prominently on his desk. It symbolizes not only Democritus' intellectual curiosity but also his profound understanding of the world and its complexities. As he gazes at it with a gentle smile playing on his lips, one can almost sense his deep appreciation for knowledge and wisdom. Jan van der Bruggen's masterful attribution brings out every intricate detail of this remarkable scene. The play of light and shadows adds depth to Democritus' expression, emphasizing both his intellect and jovial nature. His laughter seems to echo through time, reminding us that even in ancient times, humor played an essential role in philosophical discourse. This mesmerizing print tells us a story about Democritus – a man who dedicated himself to unraveling life's mysteries while finding joy along the way. It invites us to contemplate our own existence and encourages us not to take ourselves too seriously. As we admire this piece from Liszt Collection, let it serve as a reminder that philosophy encompasses both serious contemplation and lightheartedness; just like Democritus himself - forever immortalized through art - laughing at life's enigmatic wonders.
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