Diogenes
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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William Sharp
William Sharp (1749–1824) was an artist, born in London.
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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Diogenes is a 1850 by William Sharp, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This print shows an old man with wild hair and a long beard holding a lantern. He stands in the center, pointing outward while three other figures—two men and a woman—look at him. The background is dark, with faint buildings and a cloudy sky. The title at the bottom reads *"Diogenes, In search of an Honest Man"*, hinting this scene comes from a story about a philosopher looking for truth. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see this print in person.
A print on paper by William Sharp from 1850 depicts Diogenes searching for an honest man, based on the composition by Salvator Rosa.
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William Sharp (1749–1824) was an artist, born in London.
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