A Renaissance Soul: The Life and Art of Horace Bonham Horace Bonham, a name perhaps unfamiliar to many today, represents a fascinating archetype of the 19th-century American spirit – a true renaissance man flourishing in the heart of York County, Pennsylvania. Born on November 26, 1835, in York, Bonham was far more than simply an artist; he was a lawyer, a newspaper proprietor, and a dedicated observer of life whose consuming passion manifested itself through his evocative paintings. His story is one of multifaceted talent and a commitment to capturing the essence of his time, leaving behind…