Portrait
An 18th century depiction of De Felice is held by the Achenbach Foundation in the San Francisco Museum of Fine Arts. A Latin and 18th century French inscription by one of his sons, Carolus De Felice reads:
| Original | Translation |
|---|---|
| Fortunatus De Felice
Roma 24 Augusti 1723. Natus: ibidem, deinceps. |
Fortunato de Felice Born: Rome, August 24, 1723 |
| Cet Auteur, distingué par un profond Génie, Dans le sein de l'Erreur trouva la Vérite; |
This author, distinguished by a profound genius, In the bosom of wandering found truth |
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