William Putnam McCabe: The Clockmaker’s Rebellion William Putnam McCabe (1776–1821) wasn't a household name during his lifetime, yet his story embodies the spirit of Irish republicanism and quietly resonates within the annals of 19th-century art history. Born in Belfast, Ireland—a city simmering with discontent under British rule—McCabe’s life unfolded against the backdrop of escalating tensions leading up to the momentous 1798 Rebell…