Ralph Eleaser Whiteside Earl: A Legacy of Colonial Portraiture Ralph Eleaser Whiteside Earl (c. 1785–1788 – September 16, 1838) stands as a prominent figure in American art history, largely recognized for his masterful depictions of the colonial era and particularly his iconic portrait of Andrew Jackson—a piece that cemented his reputation as one of the foremost painters of his time. Born in New York City, Earl’s artistic lineage trac…