George Peter Alexander Healy: A Painter of American Souls George Peter Alexander Healy, a name that resonates deeply within the annals of 19th-century American art, was far more than simply a portraitist; he was a meticulous recorder of an era, a keen observer of human character, and a master storyteller who imbued his canvases with both realism and profound historical significance. Born in Boston on July 15, 1813, Healy’s life unfold…