John Knighton Thomson ( 1820 - 1888 ) was a painter. John Knighton Thomson s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 434.64 USD for Marine with a Dutch cuff and other ships in heavy sea. in 2010 to 4771.65 USD for Vertigo in 2011 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.