Gustave David ( 1824 - 1891 ) was a French painter. Gustave David s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 459.81 USD for Elégante compagnie sur une terrasse in 2005 to 3558.48 USD for The Lover of Graphic Arts in 2012 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.