Samuel Wallin: Pennsylvania Portraitist Bridging Politics and Artistic Vision Samuel Wallin (July 31, 1856 – December 1, 1917) stands as a fascinating figure in late nineteenth-century American art and political life—a testament to the ambition of individuals who pursued excellence across multiple disciplines. Born in Easton, Pennsylvania, Wallin’s formative years were marked by a move to Amsterdam, New York, where he absorbed the val…