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Andre Ducarel - 2
ANDRE (Andrew) COLTEE DUCAREL French churchman and antiquary in England. with his autograph Date: 1713 - 1785
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1713 1785 Andre Andrew Antiquary Autograph Churchman
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1. Title: A Scholar and Clergyman of Two Worlds: The Life and Legacy of André Coltee Ducarel (1713-1785) 2. Subtitle: Unraveling the Mysteries of a French Churchman and Antiquary in Eighteenth-Century England 3.. This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of André Coltee Ducarel (1713-1785), a French churchman and antiquary who spent a significant portion of his life in England. Ducarel's intriguing story bridges the worlds of religion, scholarship, and the arts during the Age of Enlightenment. Born in France, Ducarel was educated in theology and became a priest in the Roman Catholic Church. However, his intellectual curiosity led him to England in the 1740s, where he developed a deep interest in antiquities and archaeology. He became a respected scholar and was appointed as the librarian of the Society of Antiquaries of London in 1754. Ducarel's autograph, inscribed on the bottom right corner of this print, dates back to 1785, marking the end of an extraordinary life. His contributions to the study of ancient coins, medals, and inscriptions were groundbreaking, and he was a prolific writer and editor, publishing numerous works on numismatics and archaeology. Despite his significant accomplishments, Ducarel's life was not without controversy. His religious beliefs and French origins raised eyebrows in conservative English society, and he faced accusations of being a Jacobite sympathizer. However, his scholarship and dedication to the study of antiquities ultimately earned him the respect and admiration of his peers. This portrait, a testament to Ducarel's intellectual pursuits and transatlantic connections, offers a glimpse into the complexities of the eighteenth-century world, where religious and intellectual boundaries were being challenged and redefined.
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