J F Champollion
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J F Champollion
JEAN-FRANCOIS CHAMPOLLION le Jeune French Egyptologist, who by studying the Rosetta stone learnt to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics
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1790 1832 Egyptologist Francois Hieroglyphics Jeune Learnt Rosetta Studying Champollion Decipher
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In this image, Jean-François Champollion (1790-1832), the brilliant French Egyptologist, is depicted in deep concentration as he meticulously studies the enigmatic Rosetta Stone. Born in Figeac, France, Champollion was a prodigious scholar who dedicated himself to the deciphering of Egyptian hieroglyphics. The Rosetta Stone, discovered in 1799 during Napoleon Bonaparte's Egyptian campaign, presented an intriguing challenge to scholars of the time. Inscribed with three versions of a decree issued in Memphis, Egypt, in 196 BC, the top two texts were written in ancient Egyptian using hieroglyphic script and Demotic script, while the bottom text was in Ancient Greek. Champollion, building on the work of earlier scholars, recognized that the Greek text was a key to unlocking the meaning of the hieroglyphs. In this photograph, Champollion, referred to as "Jeune Champollion" or "Champollion the Younger" to distinguish him from his father, Gaspard Monge Champollion, is seen poring over the stone with an intensity that speaks to his unwavering determination. The year is 1832, and Champollion's groundbreaking work on the Rosetta Stone is nearing completion. The deciphering of Egyptian hieroglyphics would forever change the course of history, opening up a new understanding of ancient civilizations and shedding light on the rich cultural heritage of Egypt. This evocative image, captured by an unknown photographer, offers a glimpse into the world of one of history's greatest scholars, as he works tirelessly to unlock the secrets of the past. The Rosetta Stone, now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, remains a testament to Champollion's extraordinary intellect and his enduring legacy in the field of Egyptology.
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