William Russell Birch ( 1755 - 1834 ) was an American painter. William Russell Birch s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 12925 USD for The Natural Bridge-Virginia in 2004 to 88125 USD for Miniature Portrait of Stephen Decatur Jr. (1779-1820). in 2004 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.