John Sartain: A Pioneer of Mezzotint Engraving in America Born: London, United Kingdom (October 24, 1808) Died: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (October 25, 1897) Nationality: British-American Early Life and Training Sartain's early life was marked by hardship; he became responsible for his family’s support at a young age. He began working as an assistant scene painter at the age of eleven, gaining initial artistic experienc…