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From the writings of the Greek philosophers / One can also learn good lessons
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
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Sheet with 12 depictions of Greek wisdom and philosophers, such as Diogenes. A two-line verse under each image. Numbered top right: 22.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionCredit lineUyt de schriften der Griexe wijsgeeren / Mag men ook wel goede lessen leeren. 1725 - 1780. Johannes Kannewet (II). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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