About this 3D model

The ancient Greek philosopher Democritus is shown as a laughing man in early middle age with a forked beard. Busts of classical figures were popular in the 18th century. Democritus was often paired wih the 'weeping philosopher' Heraclitus. Marble bust of Democritus shown as a laughing man of young middle age. The head with forked beard and loose hair looks upwards to the left. He wears a full cloak over his right shoulder caught by a strap over his left shoulder which is exposed. Gallery location:Grand Entrance, Room 60Courtesy of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London