Garth Tapper ( 1927 - 1999 ) was a New Zealander painter. Garth Tapper s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 9538.95 USD for Surf Fishermen in 2004 to 34976.15 USD for Logging No. 6 in 2004 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.