Hilaire Hiler ( 1898 - 1966 ) was an American painter. Hilaire Hiler s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 4800 USD for Cafe Brasserie du Dome in 2005 to 5100 USD for Backyard, 1927 in 2008 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.