Martyn 1791, 107 (Q2550)

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excerpt on Benedict XIV's donation to the library of the Institute of Sciences in Bologna
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Martyn 1791, 107
excerpt on Benedict XIV's donation to the library of the Institute of Sciences in Bologna

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    But the Institute owes much to the munificence of Benedict XIV. He furnished the observatory with instruments; employed Ercole Lelli to make the anatomical preparations in wax; and gave the models of statues, & c. from the antique. He also left by will his private library and manuscripts. (English)
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