The Master of the Metal Impression: The Life of Vittore Gambello In the vibrant, salt-aired atmosphere of Renaissance Venice, a period defined by unparalleled artistic flourishing, there emerged a craftsman whose hands did not merely shape art but revolutionized its very production. Vittore Gambello, known to history by the evocative moniker Camelio, was far more than a simple sculptor; he was a visionary technician who bridged the gap between the delicate artistry of the painter and the industrial precision of the engraver. Born in Venice around 1460, Gambello’s early life was steeped in th…