John Dyer Painting. Racing on the River, Falmouth, Cornwall.Every Tuesday night in Falmouth the classic gaff rigged boats set off for their weekly race. John Dyer's painting features these wonderful boats. The painting has a wonderful narrative with topless swimmers & mermaids playing in the harbour surrounded by seals, fishermen and yachts. The gaff rigged boats sail past Flushing and up the Penryn river. Fabulous colour & fun. Item Information Description Framed Original Painting Artist Cornish Artist John