A Wanderer of Light and Shadow The life of Harry van der Weyden was a remarkable journey that spanned continents, bridging the gap between the traditional roots of his American birth and the sophisticated artistic circles of Europe. Born on September 8, 1868, in Boston, Massachusetts, Van der Weyden’s early years were far removed from the misty coasts of France or the bustling studios of London that would later define his career. Despite his New England origins, he was never a product of the Boston School; instead, his artistic destiny was shaped by a profound pull toward the European avant-…