Coviello
Sign in to savethumb|Coviello, by Callot Coviello () is a minor character in the commedia dell'arte. He falls into the category of the Zanni. His name is a double diminutive of the name ('Jacob' or 'James'). In English, he might be called 'Jimmy' or 'Jackie'.
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thumb|Coviello, by Callot Coviello () is a minor character in the commedia dell'arte. He falls into the category of the Zanni. His name is a double diminutive of the name ('Jacob' or 'James'). In English, he might be called 'Jimmy' or 'Jackie'.
The character dates back to at least the 16th century. He was typically from the southern part of Italy, and could apparently dance and play the mandolin quite well.