SOCRATES Greek philosopher Museum statue sculpture BUST

Large Bust of Ancient Greek Philosopher Socrates after museum original A spectacular ancient feel sculpture bust. Socrates (Greek: Σωκράτης,Sōkrátēs; c. 469 BC–399 BC) was a Classical Greek philosopher. Credited as one of the founders of Western philosophy, in reality he is an enigmatic figure known only through other people's accounts. It is Plato's dialogues that have largely created today's impression of him.Through his portrayal in Plato's dialogues, Socrates has become renowned for his contribution to the field of ethics, and it is this Platonic Socrates who also lends his name to the concepts of Socratic irony and the Socratic method, or elenchus. The latter remains a commonly used tool in a wide range of discussions, and is a type of pedagogy in which a series of questions are asked not only to draw individual answers, but to encourage fundamental insight into the issue at hand. It is Plato's Socrates that also made important and lasting contributions to the fields of epistemology and logic, and the influence of his ideas and approach remains strong in providing a foundation for much western philosophy that followed. Item No. F033Dimensions: 13" x 10" x 21" (33cm x 25cm x 53cm) Finish as shown: antique stone. Made after museum original from strong high resistant Fiberstone/ Fiberglass and coated with stain finish. Fiberstone is a mixture of sand and stones cast into the surface using terrazzo-like techniques. The surface is then sandblasted and chemically treated, and then hand painted with an antique acid stain to give the appearance of aged stone. Since it is reinforced with a fiberglass backing, it remains less fragile and lighter alternative to concrete and cast stone. By mastering the art of casting our products in fiberglass we manage to retain all the detail or the original with the added benefits of less weight, greater strength, and product suitability for both indoor and outdoor use. The advantages of fiberstone and fiberglass when compared to concrete, cast stone, and cement are that they are about half the weight, are far less fragile, and much more resistant . This sculpture can be displayed both indoor and outdoor year round. This is a made to order item - please allow 2-4 weeks for manufacturing and shipping . We will contact you as soon as your order ships. Check out my other items ! Be sure to add me to your favorites list ! read more