Lester George Hornby ( 1882 - 1956 ) was an American painter. Lester George Hornby s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 402 USD for Squally Weather in 2004 to 1777 USD for Le Printemps/A Paris View; and Roquevaire in 2008 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.