David Claypoole Johnston ( 1799 - 1865 ) was an American painter. David Claypoole Johnston s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 450 USD for CASTLE ON A CRAGGY HILLTOP. in 2005 to 3200 USD for WHILE THE MISSUS IS OUT in 2005 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.