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Michel Particelli d'Emery

1596 – 1650

French politician

Diplomat Art collector
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About Michel Particelli d'Emery

Lived 1596 – 1650 (aged 53). Michel Particelli d'Emery was a French diplomat and art collector.

Michel Particelli d'Émery (6 June 1596 in Lyon – 25 May 1650 in Paris) was the son of a banker in Lyon, France. Originally from an Italian family of Lucca, Italy, he was the counsellor of Cardinal-Duke of Richelieu. A portrait of him was changed by Théophile-Abraham Hamel to give a face to Samuel de Champlain.

According to the Archives Canada site, d'Émery's face was used to represent Champlain for more than a century and is still used by many historians to represent Champlain.

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Important facts

Born
6 June 1596, Lyon
Birth century
16th century
Died
25 May 1650, Paris
Occupation
Diplomat, art collector
Nationality
France
Positions held
Superintendent of Finances
Also known as
Michel Particelli Emery, Michel Particelli

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Michel Particelli d'Emery?

French politician

When was Michel Particelli d'Emery born?

Michel Particelli d'Emery was born on 6 June 1596 in Lyon.

When did Michel Particelli d'Emery die?

Michel Particelli d'Emery died on 25 May 1650 in Paris.

What was Michel Particelli d'Emery's occupation?

Michel Particelli d'Emery was a diplomat and art collector.

What nationality was Michel Particelli d'Emery?

Michel Particelli d'Emery was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michel Particelli d'Emery

· Wikidata: Q2903694

· DBpedia: Michel Particelli d'Émery

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