Mauro Gandolfi

Mauro Gandolfi (18 September 1764 – 4 January 1834) was an Italian painter, water colorist and engraver of the Bolognese School.

Life Gandolfi was born in Bologna as the son of Gaetano and Giovanna Spisani.

Mauro had six younger brothers, who all became artists. As a child, he was often used as a model by his father who also taught him the art of drawing. His restless nature led him to leave home and join the Corsican Royal Regiment in Marseille. He spent time in Strassbourg and Arras and was able to support himself with his drawing skills.

In 1833, he wrote his autobiography in which he lists his works from the period he described as his most prolific: between 1786 and 1796. He died in Bologna in 1834. At the time of his death, he had created more than 80 works of art.