James Swinton Diston ( 1857 - 1940 ) was an Australian painter. James Swinton Diston s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 249.96 USD for ST MARCO, VENICE in 2004 to 3150.85 USD for Freshwater Bay, Swan River, W.A in 2005 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.