Pietro Sografi

Pietro Sografi (1756-1815) was an Italian surgeon active in Padua, Italy.

Born in Padua, he trained with his father, also a doctor.

His brother, Antonio Simeone Sografi, was a popular librettist of operas.

He was known as a man of great charity, aiding the ailments of both rich and poor.

Napoleon honored him with the Insignia of the Crown of Iron.

Portrait of Sografi