Herbert E Butler ( 1861 - 1931 ) was a British painter. Herbert E Butler s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 326.02 USD for Boats by the coastline, Polperro in 2004 to a remarkable record 24088.32 USD for Näten halas in in 2004 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.