Alexander Theobold Van Laer ( 1857 - 1920 ) was an American painter. Alexander Theobold Van Laer s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 350 USD for HARBOR in 2005 to 6750 USD for Rainy day, Canal St., NYC in 2007 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.