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François-Antoine Jecker

1765-11-14 – 1834-09-30

Portrait of François-Antoine Jecker
Engraving of François-Antoine Jecker (1765 – 1834), French scientific instrument maker.Credit: Julien-Léopold Boilly / Amédée Félix Barthélemy Geille

Life & Legacy

François-Antoine Jecker (November 14, 1765 – September 30, 1834) was a French scientific-instrument maker. Trained in London under Jesse Ramsden, he established a workshop in Paris that produced astronomical, optical, and measuring instruments.

Occupation & Career

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  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1450790 — wikidata View source

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