William Michael Harnett (after) ( 1848 - 1892 ) was an American painter. William Michael Harnett (after) s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 475 USD for The Old Violin in 2004 to 3200 USD for trompe l’oeil titled “Old Violin” in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.