22 February

Born in 1778 – Rembrandt Peale, American painter and curator.

Above: Detail of Peale’s 1826 painting, The Sisters (Eleanor and Rosalba Peale)

Also George Washington (a subject of Peale portraits) who said, “My manner of living is plain. I do not mean to be put out of it. A glass of wine and a bit of mutton are always ready; and such as will be content to partake of them are always welcome.”