Historical clue formulations

• See 56-Down — 2022-11-09
• Co-star of Kelly and O'Connor in "Singin' in the Rain" — 2020-06-12
• English portraitist Sir Joshua — 2008-08-03
• Noted English portraitist — 2007-12-07
• English portraitist who championed the Grand Style — 2006-05-19
• Wrap giant — 2004-02-28