Francis Johnston ( 1760 - 1829 ) was an American painter. Francis Johnston s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 5536.66 USD for Design for Gates; elevation & plan in 2006 to 25310.45 USD for Plans for a Lodge for the P.S.: Phenix Park, Oct. 1801 in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.