Diogenes vraagt Alexander niet in zijn licht te staan 1677 - 1755

"Diogenes vraagt Alexander niet in zijn licht te staan" (Diogenes Asks Alexander Not to Stand in His Light) is a drawing by Elias van Nijmegen, created between 1677 and 1755. The artwork depicts the famous philosophical encounter between Diogenes, the Cynic philosopher, and Alexander the Great. Diogenes is depicted sitting on the ground, gesturing to Alexander who is standing and moving away from him. The scene is set in a classical architectural space with a sun above. The drawing is a study in light and shadow and conveys the contrasting personalities of Diogenes and Alexander. The artwork is a testament to the enduring power of philosophical ideas and their impact on history.