I Came across this piece of art I'd never heard of before, and thought it was quite interesting!
Sort of a high end "Dogs Playing Poker"!
I give you "Alexander and Diogenes" by Sir Edwin Landseer (1848):
Apparently it has to do with the Greek term for cynic- "The name "Cynic" derives from the Greek word kynikos, meaning "dog-like," a term applied to the philosophers due to their unconventional behavior and perceived resemblance to dogs."
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Charming. Diogenes might’ve liked the painting.
I've always found dogs to be idealists, myself. Cats, though, are kinda cynical.
- Tom
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Since the word literally means "doglike," Tom, that indicates a drift in our understanding.
And our relationship with dogs, probably.
- Tom
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