Home > Animals > Mammals > Cricetidae > Miletus
Anaximander (610 546 BC) with a sundial. Roman mosaic. 3rd
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Anaximander (610 546 BC) with a sundial. Roman mosaic. 3rd
Anaximander (610- 546 BC). Pre-Socratic Greek philosopher who lived in Miletus. He belonged to the Milesian school and learned the teachings of his master Thales. Anaximandder with a sundial. Roman mosaic. 3rd century. Landesmuseum. Trier. Germany
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14325445
© Thaliastock / Mary Evans
Antique Astronomy Circle Circular Circumference Civilization Edging Founder Greeks Inventor Milesian Miletus Mosaic Personage Philosopher Philosophical Philosophy Sundial Tessera Tesserae Times Trier Cosmology Landesmuseum Pre Socratic Systematic
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Cricetidae
> Miletus
> Arts
> Artists
> R
> Roman Roman
> Arts
> Portraits
> Classical portrait gallery
> Classical portraits
> Arts
> Portraits
> Classical portrait gallery
> Portrait art
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Portraits
> Fine art
> Europe
> Germany
> Related Images
> Europe
> Greece
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this Roman mosaic, we find Anaximander of Miletus (610-546 BC), a pre-Socratic Greek philosopher, deeply engrossed in the study of a sundial. Anaximander was a significant figure in ancient Greek civilization, belonging to the Milesian school and a student of the renowned philosopher Thales. Anaximander is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to cosmology and astronomy. He is believed to be the first philosopher to propose a systematic and theoretical cosmology, which was a departure from the mythological explanations prevalent during his time. Anaximander posited that the universe was not created but rather everlasting, with the primal matter, which he called the "Apeiron," being eternal and infinite. The sundial in Anaximander's hands is a testament to his interests in astronomy and the measurement of time. Sundials were an essential tool for ancient civilizations to track the sun's position and the passage of time. The circular design of the sundial, with its circumscribed circle and the edging marked with the circumference, is a symbol of the systematic and precise thinking that characterized Anaximander's philosophical approach. This exquisite mosaic, dating back to the 3rd century AD, is now housed in the Landessmuseum in Trier, Germany. The intricate tesserae, or small pieces of glass, used to create the image, showcase the remarkable artistic skills of the Roman artisans who crafted it. This portrait of Anaximander with a sundial offers a glimpse into the rich history of ancient Greece and Rome, where philosophy, art, and science intersected in a fascinating way.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.