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Corsican Identity Portrait of Pascal Paoli Hits Auction

12/8/2025

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A portrait of Pascal Paoli by Sir William Beechey will be auctioned in Corsica on December 13, 2025.
The painting has been privately held since its sale in 1994.
Auctioneer Vincent Bronzini de Caraffa emphasizes cultural significance, noting it represents Corsican identity and European freedom.
Pascal Paoli, who declared Corsica an independent republic, faced exile after the French invasion.
The portrait will be displayed in Bastia prior to the auction.

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A portrait of Pascal Paoli by Sir William Beechey will be auctioned in Corsica on December 13, 2025.
The painting has been privately held since its sale in 1994.
Auctioneer Vincent Bronzini de Caraffa emphasizes cultural significance, noting it represents Corsican identity and European freedom.
Pascal Paoli, who declared Corsica an independent republic, faced exile after the French invasion.
The portrait will be displayed in Bastia prior to the auction.