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Karl Von Dalberg
KARL THEODOR ANTON MARIA, furstprimas (prince-primate) reichsfreiherr (baron) von DALBERG, German statesman, archbishop, elector of Mainz, writer. Date: 1744 - 1817
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1744 1817 Anton Archbishop Baron Elector Karl Mainz Maria Primate Theodor Dalberg
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1. Title: "Karl Theodor Anton Maria Von Dalberg: A Prominent Figure in German History". This portrait depicts Karl Theodor Anton Maria Von Dalberg (1744-1817), a renowned German statesman, archbishop, elector of Mainz, and prolific writer. Born on July 14, 1744, in Frankfurt am Main, Dalberg was a pivotal figure in the complex political landscape of the Holy Roman Empire. As a member of the influential Dalberg family, Dalberg's career began in the ecclesiastical sphere. He was appointed Archbishop of Mainz and Prince-Primate of the Holy Roman Empire in 1777, a position that granted him significant influence over the religious and secular affairs of the empire. In this role, Dalberg played a crucial part in the negotiations leading to the Treaty of Teschen in 1779, which brought an end to the War of the Bavarian Succession. Dalberg's political acumen extended beyond the religious sphere. He was an influential figure in the Imperial Diet and played a significant role in the reform of the Holy Roman Empire. In 1792, he was elected as an elector, further enhancing his political power. A man of letters, Dalberg was also an accomplished writer. He authored numerous works on historical, theological, and political topics, including his most famous work, "Memoirs of the Electors of Mainz from 1673 to 1792." Despite his many accomplishments, Dalberg's tenure as archbishop and elector was not without controversy. He was a vocal opponent of the French Revolution and its spread into the German states, leading to clashes with the revolutionary forces. Dalberg ultimately fled Mainz in 1797 and spent the remainder of his life in exile. This portrait, likely taken during Dalberg's time as archbishop and elector, captures the intelligence and determination of a man who left an indelible mark on German history.
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