Aristotle Collection (#6)

Aristotle (384-322 BC)
Athenian philospher and logician. He studied under Plato in Athens. In 342 BC he returned to Macedon where he was born and tutored Alexander The Great

Aristotelian natural place
The natural place of things. 17th century diagram showing the Aristotelian concept that everything has a natural place. The four elements sat one upon the other, with earth at the centre, then water

1626 Francis Bacon Portrait Philosopher
Sir Francis Bacon British Scientist, Philosopher and Statesman (22 January 1561 - 9 April 1626). Copper frontis engraving from Bacons Sylva Sylvarum

1618 Francis Bacon Portrait Philosopher
Sir Francis Bacon British Scientist, Philosopher and Statesman (22 January 1561 - 9 April 1626). Steel engraving by Posselwaite appearing in " The Gallery of Portraits" 1837

Aristotle, Greek philosopher
Aristotle (384 BCE - 322 BCE), Athenian philosopher and logician. Aristotle was born to the court physician at Macedon. Orphaned in early life

Thomas Aquinas, Italian priest
Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274), Italian Dominican priest, theologian, philosopher and saint. Aquinass work on Scholasticism, the attempt to reconcile Christianity with Aristotelian philosophy

Daniel Heinsius, Dutch poet and scholar
Daniel Heinsius (1580-1655), Dutch poet and scholar. Heinsius was born a Ghent and educated at Franeker where he studied law. In 1598 he settled at Leiden where he joined the university faculty

PANC2A-00137
Aristotle, philosopher of Ancient Greece. Hand-colored etching, 19th century

PANC2A-00001
Aristotle instructing the young Alexander the Great. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ms - Aristotle
Page from Las Ethicas de Aristotiles - a Spanish manuscript of Aristotles Ethics

Aristotle / Laplante
ARISTOTLE Greek philosopher as a young man, reading at his desk

Aristotle / Lizars
ARISTOTLE Greek philosopher: a sculptured head

Hermias, Greek Royalty
HERMIAS, tyrant of Artaneus and Assos, friend and patron of the Greek philosopher Aristotle

Ermolao Barbaro (Venice)
ERMOLAO BARBARO of Venice Italian scholar, translator of Aristotle (Do not confuse with his contemporary E.B. bishop of Verona, translator of Aesop.)

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"Aristotle: A Legacy of Wisdom and Influence" Aristotle, the renowned Greek philosopher, continues to captivate our minds with his profound insights and lasting impact. From Rembrandt's masterpiece "Aristotle with a Bust of Homer" to Raphael's iconic fresco "The School of Athens, " Aristotle's intellectual prowess is immortalized in art. In these timeless works, we witness Aristotle engaging in deep contemplation alongside other great thinkers like Plato and Alexander the Great. His teachings shaped the foundations of Western philosophy, science, and politics. As depicted in Jean Leon Gerome Ferris' painting, Aristotle mentored Alexander himself, leaving an indelible mark on one of history's most influential leaders. Through his writings and lectures at Plato's Academy, Aristotle delved into diverse subjects such as ethics, metaphysics, logic, biology, and more. His thirst for knowledge knew no bounds. The Uffizi Bust reminds us that even after centuries have passed since his existence from 384-322 B. C. , Aristotle remains an emblematic figure whose ideas continue to resonate. Yet it is not only through scholarly pursuits that we remember him; Hans Baldung Grien's artwork portrays a lesser-known side of this extraordinary thinker – vulnerability. In "Aristotle and Phyllis, " we see him succumbing to temptation as he sheds tears over forbidden love. This conceptual piece serves as a reminder that behind every brilliant mind lies human emotions and complexities. It humanizes Aristotle beyond his intellectual achievements alone. As we contemplate these various representations throughout history – tutoring Alexander or shedding tears – let us recognize the multifaceted nature of this ancient philosopher who left an enduring legacy for generations to come. Whether it be through academic discourse or emotional introspection captured by artists across time periods, Aristotle continues to inspire curiosity about life's fundamental questions while reminding us that wisdom can be found within both intellect and emotion alike.