John Varley ( 1778 - 1842 ) was a British painter. John Varley s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 10055 USD for Harlech Castle, North Wales in 2003 to 39309 USD for Bamborough Castle fromt the north-east, with Holy Island in the distance, Northumberland in 2003 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.