Bonito was born at Castellammare di Stabia, and, like Traversi, was a student at the large studio of Francesco Solimena. One of his contemporaries there was Gaspare Traversi. Bonito represented urban scenes with folklore details and figures of commedia dell'arte.
Bonito's birthplace was Castellammare di Stabia, and he, like Traversi, trained at the renowned art academy of Francesco Solimena. Another notable artist in their circle was Gaspare Traversi. Bonito's artwork often featured city scenes with traditional Italian elements.