Sages Collection (#2)

Socrates and Sapientia
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Parody of the seven sages of the bamboo grove. Print shows seven women portraying the seven sages of the bamboo grove; some with musical instruments (koto and shamisen), one with a scroll

Green Sage (Salvia officinalis) frost covered leaves, in pot on garden table, Suffolk, England, november

Pittacus of Mytilene, Greek general
Pittacus (c.640BCE - 568BCE), Greek general and one of the Seven Sages of Greece. Pittacus lived in the city state of Mytilene

Periander, Greek tyrant
Periander (7th century BCE - 585 BCE), Greek tyrant and one of the Seven Sages of Greece. Periander ruled in the city of Corinth

Chilon, Spartan philosopher
Chilon (fl. 6th century BCE), Spartan philosopher and one of the Seven Sages of Greece. Chilon was one of the elected governors, or ephors, of Sparta who advised the king

Thales of Miletus, Greek philosopher
Thales of Miletus (c.624 BCE- c.546 BCE), Greek philosopher and one of the Seven Sages of Greece. Thales lived at Miletus, an Ionian Greek city in what is now Turkey

Bias of Priene, Greek philosopher
Bias (fl. 6th century BCE), Greek philosopher and one of the Seven Sages of Greece. Bias lived in the Greek city state of Priene

Mountain Sage. Botanical Garden, La Gomera, Canary Is. January
DAD-2019 Mountain Sage. Botanical Garden, La Gomera, Canary Is. January. Lantana camara David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Seven Sages of Greece
The Seven Sages, or Wise Men, of Greece - Bias of Priene; Chilo of Sparta; Cleobolus of Lindos; Periander of Corinth; Pittacus of Mytilene; Solon of Athens; Thales of Miletus

Wood Sage
ROG-3791 WOOD SAGE Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: + 44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Black-veined White Butterfly - on Meadow Clary / Meadow Sage (Salvia pratens) - France
ME-1895 Black-veined White Butterfly - on Meadow Clary / Meadow Sage (Salvia pratens) France Aporia crataegi Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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In the realm of ancient wisdom and profound knowledge, they have long held a revered place, and are the embodiment of enlightenment, guiding humanity through their deep insights and spiritual teachings. One such depiction is found in an 18th-century intro case showcasing the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove. Created by Chikanao, this masterpiece captures the essence of these wise men who sought solace in nature's embrace. Moving forward to the Ming dynasty, we encounter Confucius and Buddha cradling a Qilin in a piece whose creator remains unknown. This artwork symbolizes the harmonious coexistence between different philosophical traditions, blending Confucianism with Buddhism. The mountains come alive with Daoist immortals in another masterpiece from either Ming or Qing dynasty during the 17th century. These ethereal beings embody Taoist principles as they traverse mystical landscapes seeking eternal life and spiritual transcendence. Taoist immortals continue to captivate our imagination in yet another work from c. 1647, where ink, colors, and gold on paper bring them to life once more. Their serene presence reminds us of their pursuit of inner harmony and connection with nature's rhythms. Even outside Eastern philosophies, they have left their mark throughout history. Pythagoras takes center stage teaching eight other physicians including Galen—an image that highlights how wisdom transcends borders and disciplines. Delving into Indian artistry, we find a sage from the Pushtimarg Sect alongside Shri Nathji depicted around 1850 using opaque pigments and gold on paper. This portrayal showcases devotion intertwined with sagely wisdom within Hindu traditions. But not all depictions show sages engaged solely in serious pursuits; some reveal their lighter side as well. In a charming scene circa 1800, five old men engage in a game of boules or bowls—a reminder that even those enlightened can find joy amidst simplicity.