Background
He was born at Imola. His father, also an architect, studied under Giovanni Domenico Trifogli, who was considered to be one of the Comacini, whose works were much appreciated in northern Italy.
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Cosimo Morelli
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Cosimo is said to have studied geometry under Vincenzo Savini.
Career
Boni says of that Morelli was of a vast genius, and enterprising, he advanced rapidly in his new career. Firm of character, pleasant tract, witty expression, he obtained the affection and esteem of many illustrious person. Morelli was the most prolific architect during the Pontifical States of the mid-18th century.
He was knighted by Pius IX. thanks mostly to his relationship with the Roman curia and his ability to interpret and develop the tastes of his epoch.
Under the tutelage of Pope Pius VII, Morelli build, renovated, and amplified numerous civic and religious buildings. His fame, beyond his talent, was partly due to employing a “team” of artisans and painters in his commissions, such as Alessandro Dalla Nave, Antonio Villa and Angelo Gottarelli, among others
He died at Imola in 1812.
