Philidor Collection

Portrait of AndreDanican Philidor, 1772. Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
Portrait of Andre Danican Philidor, 1772. After Charles Nicolas Cochin II

Portrait of Francois-Andre Danican Philidor (1726-1795), 1780. Creator: Liebe
Portrait of Francois-Andre Danican Philidor (1726-1795), 1780. Private Collection

FRANCOIS ANDRE PHILIDOR (1726-1795). French chess player and composer. The house where Philidor was born, 7 September 1726, at Dreux (Euret-Loire), France. Photographed, c1920

NATIONAL CHESS CONGRESS. Membership certificate of the National Chess Congress, New York, 1857

CHESS, 19th CENTURY. Lithograph label accompanying a mid-19th century English chess set featuring French chess player, Francois Andre Philidor

PHILIDOR: CHESS BOOK. Title page of the first chess book published in Mexico, a Spanish translation of F.A. Danican Philidors Analysis of the Game of Chess, Mexico City, 1846

FRANCOIS ANDRE PHILIDOR (1726-1795). French chess player and composer. Title page of Philidors 8th opera, Le Boucheron (The Woodcutter and the Three Wishes)

FRANCOIS ANDRE PHILIDOR (1726-1795). French chess player and composer. Illustration to François Andre Danican Phildors comic opera, Le Boucheron (The Woodcutter and The Three Wishes)

Danican (Philidor)
Known by the family nickname Philidor, Francois-Andre Danican became one of the noted chess players of the 18th century, devising Philidors defence

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Francois-Andre Danican Philidor, a renowned French chess player and composer, is immortalized in various portraits throughout history. In the 1772 portrait by Augustin de Saint-Aubin, we catch a glimpse of Philidor's captivating presence and intellectual prowess. Liebe's 1780 rendition showcases his dignified demeanor, while Porreau's depiction from around 1790 captures his essence as a master strategist. Philidor's contributions to the world of chess are unparalleled. As seen in the lithograph label accompanying an English chess set from the 19th century, he left an indelible mark on the game. His expertise led him to become a member of the National Chess Congress, as evidenced by his membership certificate. Not only was Philidor an exceptional player but also a prolific writer. The first chess book published in Mexico bears his name on its title page—a testament to his influence reaching far beyond borders. Additionally, holograph letters penned by him provide valuable insights into his thoughts and strategies. Francesco Bartolozzi's line engraving from 1777 beautifully captures Philidor's likeness and further solidifies his status as both a talented musician and chess prodigy. Today, we remember Francois-Andre Danican Philidor for revolutionizing the game of chess with his innovative tactics and compositions that continue to inspire players worldwide.