James Northfield ( 1887 - 1973 ) was an Australian painter. James Northfield s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 866.43 USD for VIEW OF MELBOURNE in 2004 to 8000 USD for AUSTRALIA / GREAT BARRIER CORAL REEF. Circa 1935. in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.