John Holmwood ( 1910 - 1987 ) was a New Zealander painter. John Holmwood s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 327.32 USD for Beach with Palm Trees and Hut in 2003 to 22392.46 USD for The Gardener in 2011 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.