henry pierce bone was a renowned english enamel painter, born on november 6, 1779, in london, and passed away on october 21, 1855. he was the son of henry bone, a notable enamel painter, and elizabeth van der meulen, a descendant of the distinguished battle-painter adam frans van der meulen. his brother, robert trewick bone, was also an artist. early life and education henry pierce bone received his art education from his father and commenced as a painter in oils. at the age of twenty, he exhibited some portraits, showcasing his early talent. in 1806, he began painting classical subjects, whi…