. The Greek Philosopher Diogenes (404-323BC)is seated in his abode , the earthenware tub (barrel) in the Metroon , Athens , lighting the lamp in daylight with which he was to search for an honest man. His constant companions were dogs that also served as emblems of his "Cynic" (Greek "kynikos", dog like) philosophy , which emphasised an austere existence .
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Wednesday, 4 January 2012
' Diogenes' Jean-Léon Gérome ( French 1824-1904) Oil on canvas , circa 1860 . The Walters Art Museum , Baltimore
. The Greek Philosopher Diogenes (404-323BC)is seated in his abode , the earthenware tub (barrel) in the Metroon , Athens , lighting the lamp in daylight with which he was to search for an honest man. His constant companions were dogs that also served as emblems of his "Cynic" (Greek "kynikos", dog like) philosophy , which emphasised an austere existence .
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I would imagine this to be one of you definite Favourites .
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