Papal States (756-1870) 17th century
Filippo Bonanni
Rome 07.01.1638 — Rome 30.03.1723
Filippo Bonanni or Buonanni was an Italian Jesuit scholar. His many works included treatises on fields ranging from anatomy to music. He created the earliest practical illustrated guide for shell collectors in 1681, for which he is considered a founder of conchology. He also published a study of lacquer that has been of lasting value since his death.
1638–1723
