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Socrates (470-399 BC) and Seneca the Younger (4 BC-65 AD). D

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Socrates (470-399 BC) and Seneca the Younger (4 BC-65 AD). D

Socrates (470-399 BC). Athenian philosopher and Seneca the Younger (4 BC-65 AD). Roman stoic philosopher. Double bust. Roman copy of 3rd century AD after a greek original of 1st century AD. Neues Museum (New Museum). Berlin. Germany

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In this double bust portrait, Socrates (470-399 BC) and Seneca the Younger (4 BC-65 AD) are depicted in an intriguing dialogue between two of the most influential philosophers in Western thought. The Athenian philosopher Socrates, with his distinctive bald head and bushy beard, is renowned for his method of inquiry known as the Socratic method. His philosophical contributions laid the groundwork for much of Western philosophy, with his ideas on ethics, logic, and epistemology continuing to shape contemporary thought. Seneca the Younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher, is represented with a full beard and a thoughtful expression. Born into a wealthy family, Seneca rose to become an influential advisor to the Roman Emperor Nero. His writings on Stoic philosophy, which emphasized the importance of living in accordance with nature and accepting the world as it is, had a profound impact on Roman literature and philosophy. This impressive double bust, a Roman copy from the 3rd century AD after a Greek original from the 1st century AD, is now housed in the Neues Museum (New Museum) in Berlin, Germany. The artwork showcases the rich cultural exchange between Greece and Rome during the classical and Hellenistic periods, as well as the enduring influence of these philosophers on European thought. The intricate details of the marble sculpture capture the essence of these two iconic figures, inviting us to ponder their timeless wisdom and the enduring legacy of ancient philosophy.

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