The Lotus gatherers

John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836-1893) The Lotus gatherers signed and dated 'Atkinson Grimshaw/IX 74' (lower right) and further signed, inscribed and dated 'The Lotus gatherers./Atkinson Grimshaw/Knostrop. Leeds./1874/+' (on the backboard) oil on card 8.5/8 x 17¾ in. (21.9 x 45.1 cm.)