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Gilles Menage, 1692, engraved in 1698 by Pierre Louis van Schuppen (1627-1702) (engraving)
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Gilles Menage, 1692, engraved in 1698 by Pierre Louis van Schuppen (1627-1702) (engraving)
XIR414853 Gilles Menage, 1692, engraved in 1698 by Pierre Louis van Schuppen (1627-1702) (engraving) by Piles, Roger de (1635-1709) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Menage (1613-92); advocate and then prior of Montdidier; tutor to Marie Madeleine Pioche de La Vergne, Comtesse de La Fayette; Lafayette; immortalized by Moliere as the pedant Vadius in Les Femmes Savantes ; grammairien; wrote Observations sur la langue francaise ; black and white photograph; b/w photo; ); French, out of copyright
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Blazon Collar Erudite Historian Jabot Philologist Polemicist Scholar
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This photograph showcases the remarkable portrait of Gilles Menage, engraved in 1698 by Pierre Louis van Schuppen. The image captures Menage's intellectual prowess and scholarly demeanor, as he gazes confidently into the distance. Gilles Menage (1613-92) was not only an advocate and prior of Montdidier but also a renowned tutor to Marie Madeleine Pioche de La Vergne, Comtesse de La Fayette. His influence on French literature is immortalized through Moliere's portrayal of him as Vadius, the pedant in Les Femmes Savantes. As a grammairien, writer, author, historian, polemicist, philologist, and etymologist; Menage dedicated his life to studying language intricacies. His notable work "Observations sur la langue francaise" solidified his reputation as an erudite scholar. The oval-shaped bust portrait emphasizes Menage's dignified presence with his elaborate wig and distinguished collar adorned with a jabot. This print serves as a testament to his contribution to academia during the late 17th century. Preserved within Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France; this engraving offers us a glimpse into the past while honoring one of history's most influential linguists. With its timeless appeal and historical significance captured beautifully in this photograph by Roger de Piles (1635-1709), it reminds us of Menage's lasting legacy that continues to inspire scholars today.
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