Charles Brooking ( 1723 - 1759 ) was a British painter. Charles Brooking s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 26095.68 USD for Hamnmotiv in 2004 to a remarkable record 113080.65 USD for A ROYAL YACHT FIRING A SALUTE in 2005 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.