William Elmes ( 1811 - ) is a British painter. William Elmes s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 22.8 USD for The General Engagement between the British Fleet... and the French Fleet 1st June 1794,' in 2007 to 1692.16 USD for British shipping off a harbour in 2015 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.