*Italy, Massimiliano Soldani, Francesco Redi (1626-98), physician, entomologist, poet, bronze medal, 1684/5, bust right, rev., Eternity welcoming Minerva into temple; Time lies on the ground, 87.5mm (Vannel & Toderi 38; Johnson 140; Clifford 299; Lankheit 121), very fine contemporary cast with dark patina
(600-800 GBP)