James Buttersworth ( 1841 - 1906 ) was a British painter. James Buttersworth s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 13310 USD for SHIP/SLOOP PEACOCK in 2011 to 65000 USD for NEW YORK YACHT CLUB RACE OFF SANDY HOOK w in 2014 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.