George Harvey (1806-1876): A Scottish Painter of Puritan Life Sir George Harvey (1806-1876) stands as a significant figure in Victorian art, particularly celebrated for his depictions of the Covenanters – devout Scots Protestants who resisted Charles II’s attempts to impose Catholicism on Scotland during the Restoration. Born in Stirling, Scotland, Harvey's artistic journey unfolded against the backdrop of a nation grappling with religious upheaval and social change, shaping his distinctive style and thematic concerns. Harvey’s early training encompassed drawing and painting under William L…