John Samuel Blunt

John Samuel Blunt (March 17, 1798 - August 1835) was a 19th-century American-born ornamental painter, calligrapher and craftsman. Blunt is best known for his seascapes and work in portraiture. Prior to the 21st century, Blunt has been identified as the “Borden Limner”, a name coined by art historian Robert Bishop and given to Blunt for his famed portraits of sea captain Daniel Borden and his wife. Blunt's work with landscape predates that of The Hudson River School movement by nearly a decade. He has been the highlight of recent art historical discussion following the unearthing of two sketchbooks and an account ledger.