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A Philosopher pointing to the Ground, a Youth beside him

Salvator Rosa, 1652

Generally considered to be a study for the painting, 'Diogenes discarding his bowl' of 1653, a pendant to 'Democritus' of 1651, both of which are now in Copenhagen. The study is presumably an early idea for the composition as the poses and placing of the figures in the drawing and painting differ.

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Title of artwork, date

A Philosopher pointing to the Ground, a Youth beside him, 1652

Date supported

1992

Medium and material

Black lead, pen, brown ink & wash

Dimensions

37 x 24 cm

Grant

5029

Total cost

50287

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