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Grave monument of Theodore I of Corsica
Grave monument of Theodore I of Corsica, Theodor Stephan Freiherr von Neuhoff, 1694-1756, in St. Ann, Westminster. Copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries from his J.T. Smiths Antiquities of London and its Environs, J. Sewell, R. Folder, J. Simco, London, 1791
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1. Grave Monument of Theodore I of Corsica: A Historical and Architectural Landmark in St. Ann's Churchyard, London The Grave Monument of Theodore I of Corsica, also known as Theodor Stephan Freiherr von Neuhoff, stands proudly in the tranquil St. Ann's Churchyard, situated in the heart of London's historic area of Westminster. This monument, a masterpiece of 18th-century funerary art, is a testament to the intriguing history of its subject and the rich architectural heritage of London. Theodore I of Corsica, born in 1694, was a self-proclaimed King of Corsica who attempted to lead an uprising against the Genoese rulers in 1735. After his defeat, he sought refuge in England, where he gained the support of various London guilds and the Royal Charter. He died in London in 1756 and was buried in the parish church of St. Ann, Soho. This magnificent grave monument, created in the late 18th century, is a copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries. The engraving is part of Smith's comprehensive work, "Antiquities of London and its Environs," published in 1791 by J. Sewell, R. Folder, and J. Simco. The monument depicts a grand wall, reminiscent of a medieval fortification, with an ornate gateway and a cobbled street leading to it. Above the gateway, the inscription reads, "Theodore I, King of Corsica, born at Sion, in Switzerland, A.D. 1694. Died in London, A.D. 1756." The monument also features a Corsican coat of arms and the insignia of the various London guilds and the Royal Charter that supported Theodore I during his lifetime. The Grave Monument of Theodore I of Corsica is not only an important historical landmark but also a significant architectural feature in the St. Ann's Churchyard. It reflects the rich history of London, its educational institutions, and the diverse communities that have shaped its past.
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