Ruskin Spear ( 1911 - 1990 ) was a British painter. Ruskin Spear s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 3326.84 USD for AT THE BARBERS in 2002 to a remarkable record 23232.66 USD for WATNEYS RED in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.