John Thompson (British, 1924-2011), Group series street scene with figures queuing, Gouache and watercolour on paper, Signed, monogrammed and inscribed 'G2798' lower right, 54cm x 74.5cm, Framed and glazed Biographical note: John Thompson was a self-taught Northern artist who found acclaim for his work late in life. He is best known for his Lowry-esque scenes of working men in and around Manchester, including his 'group series' depicting tightly packed queues of men, usually wearing coats and flat caps.