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Plato and Aristotle (Philosophy); marble panel by Luca della Robbia originally located on Giotto's bell tower. The panel is currently at the Opera del Duomo Museum in Florence
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Plato and Aristotle (Philosophy); marble panel by Luca della Robbia originally located on Giotto's bell tower. The panel is currently at the Opera del Duomo Museum in Florence
Plato and Aristotle (Philosophy); marble panel by Luca della Robbia originally located on Giotto's bell tower. The panel is currently at the Opera del Duomo Museum in Florence Florence Tile Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1337 - 1339 ca.. Artist:Della Robbia, Luca
Brogi
BGA-F-004180-0000
Media ID 33162066
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This photograph captures the essence of intellectual pursuit and timeless wisdom. The focal point of the image is a marble panel depicting two legendary philosophers, Plato and Aristotle, created by the renowned artist Luca della Robbia. Originally located on Giotto's bell tower in Florence, this masterpiece now finds its home at the Opera del Duomo Museum. The scene depicted on the panel transports us back to a period of profound philosophical exploration during the Gothic era of the Middle Ages in Europe. Dressed in their distinctive ancient attire, Plato and Aristotle engage in deep conversation, surrounded by symbols representing their scholarly pursuits. The print beautifully showcases every intricate detail carved into the marble: from delicate facial expressions to flowing robes that seem almost lifelike. It is as if these great thinkers have been frozen in time for us to admire and ponder upon. Beyond its artistic value, this image also evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone but still cherished today. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring quest for knowledge and understanding through centuries. Photographed around 1890 by Brogi from Alinari, this snapshot not only preserves an exquisite artwork but also captures a moment when philosophy met visual artistry seamlessly. As we gaze upon it, we are transported to another world - one where ideas were exchanged through written words rather than digital screens; where communication was slower yet more deliberate. In conclusion, this photograph print immortalizes both an extraordinary artwork by Luca della Robbia and an important chapter in human history – reminding us that even across centuries, philosophy remains eternally relevant.
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