Henry Roderick Newman (1833 – 1917): A Harmonious Blend of Romanticism and Impressionism Henry Roderick Newman, born in Easton, New York in 1833, emerged as a prominent watercolorist during the late Victorian era—a period marked by both fervent romantic idealism and burgeoning artistic experimentation. His distinctive style fused Pre-Raphaelite meticulousness with the luminous color palettes championed by Impressionism, resulting in l…