Euclid and Pythagoras: geometry and arithmetic

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These relief sculptures were part of a collection with various subjects that once adorned the North side of Florence Cathedral's Santa Maria del Fiore. As revered figures from Ancient times, Euclid and Pythagoras gained immense popularity during the Renaissance for being timeless models whose works heavily influenced architects and artists of the era. Their works were essential in re-creating and studying Roman and Greek art, serving as authoritative references that solidified their impact on the era's artistic landscape.