Thomas Darby Ryan ( 1864 - 1927 ) was a painter. Thomas Darby Ryan s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 1764.23 USD for View from Waihi, Lake Taupo Looking towards Kaimanawa Mts. in 2006 to 5124.26 USD for Lake Taupo with Mountains Beyond in 2011 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.