Lord Provost Collection

Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Glasgow to the Rt. Hon. W.E. Gladstone...City Hall, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Glasgow to the Rt. Hon. W.E. Gladstone, in the City Hall, 1865. 'The hall was, of course, filled with spectators in every part...At two o'clock Mr

Sir William High (1858-1934), 1929 (oil on canvas)
6198685 Sir William High (1858-1934), 1929 (oil on canvas) by Laszlo, Philip Alexius de (1869-1937); 139.7x107.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee

The Peace Celebrations, in Scotland (engraving)
1629762 The Peace Celebrations, in Scotland (engraving) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peace Celebrations, in Scotland, Glasgow Citizens)

The Queens Visit to Glasgow and Paisley (engraving)
1041535 The Queens Visit to Glasgow and Paisley (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Glasgow and Paisley)

The Opening of the Glasgow Industrial Exhibition by HRH the Duchess of Fife
1593895 The Opening of the Glasgow Industrial Exhibition by HRH the Duchess of Fife, Presentation of the Address by Lord Blythswood (litho) by Stewart

James Johnston, Surgeon (1721-1797) (oil on canvas)
6200125 James Johnston, Surgeon (1721-1797) (oil on canvas) by Raeburn, Henry (1756-1823) (follower of); 76.2x63.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: James Johnston (1721-1797), Surgeon

James Cox, 1881-86 (oil on canvas)
6200854 James Cox, 1881-86 (oil on canvas) by Pettie, John (1839-93); 108.6x84.2 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: James Cox (1808-1885)

James Guthrie Orchar, 1885-86 (oil on canvas)
6200842 James Guthrie Orchar, 1885-86 (oil on canvas) by Pettie, John (1839-93); 114x98 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: James Guthrie Orchar (1825-1898)

Opening New Waterworks for Edinburgh, the Lord Provost and Party tasting the Water at Portmore Loch (engraving)
1106731 Opening New Waterworks for Edinburgh, the Lord Provost and Party tasting the Water at Portmore Loch (engraving) by English School

William Robertson, 1879 (oil on canvas)
6200838 William Robertson, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Pettie, John (1839-93); 91.5x71.1 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: William Robertson (1825-1899)

Alexander Hay Moncur, 1887 (oil on canvas)
6200119 Alexander Hay Moncur, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Reid, George (1841-1913); 122.5x867 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Alexander Hay Moncur (1830-1905)

The Edinburgh Water Supply, Gladhouse Reservoir, the Lord Provost turning on the Water (engraving)
1099655 The Edinburgh Water Supply, Gladhouse Reservoir, the Lord Provost turning on the Water (engraving) by English School

Sir James Falshaw, Baronet, Lord Provost of Edinburgh (engraving)
1602477 Sir James Falshaw, Baronet, Lord Provost of Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir James Falshaw, Baronet, Lord Provost of Edinburgh)

Tercentenary of the Edinburgh University (engraving)
1622508 Tercentenary of the Edinburgh University (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tercentenary of the Edinburgh University)

Lord Provost William Longair, 1909 (oil on canvas)
6200167 Lord Provost William Longair, 1909 (oil on canvas) by Solomon, Solomon Joseph (1860-1927); 160.7x114.9 cm; The McManus, Dundee

William Brownlee, 1902 (oil on canvas)
6200227 William Brownlee, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 153.1x97.2 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Lord Provost of Dundee from 1878-81)

William Hunter, c. 1904 (oil on canvas)
6200122 William Hunter, c.1904 (oil on canvas) by Reid, George (1841-1913); 116.8x78.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: William Hunter (1838-1925), Provost of Dundee (1887-1890)

Sir James Falshaw, Lord Provost of Edinburgh (1900). Artist: John Moffat
Sir James Falshaw, Lord Provost of Edinburgh (1900). Falshaw was Lord Provost of Edinburgh from 1874 to 1877. A print from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, Volume IV

Patent for Knighthood: Henry Dundas and Sir James Stirling, 1792 (engraving)
XJF2906491 Patent for Knighthood: Henry Dundas and Sir James Stirling, 1792 (engraving) by Kay, John (1742-1826); Private Collection; (add.info)

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The Lord Provost, Sir William High (1858-1934), is captured in a stunning 1929 oil on canvas portrait. His dignified presence reflects his esteemed position as the ceremonial head of Glasgow city council. In times of celebration and unity, such as The Peace Celebrations in Scotland, engravings immortalize the Lord Provost's role in fostering harmony among communities. Similarly, engravings commemorate The Queen's Visit to Glasgow and Paisley, showcasing the Lord Provost's pivotal role in welcoming royalty with grace and grandeur. Another lithograph captures an important moment: The Opening of the Glasgow Industrial Exhibition by HRH the Duchess of Fife. Here we witness Lord Blythswood presenting an address to mark this significant occasion. Portraits also pay tribute to notable figures who have held this prestigious title throughout history. James Johnston, Surgeon (1721-1797), is depicted on canvas, immortalizing his contributions beyond civic duties. Likewise, William Harris' 1881 portrait showcases a distinguished figure who served as both a lord provost and philanthropist. James Cox (1881-86) and James Guthrie Orchar (1885-86) are remembered through their captivating oil paintings that capture their essence as influential leaders during their respective tenures. Even moments outside Glasgow hold significance for these lords provosts; an engraving depicts them tasting water at Portmore Loch during the opening ceremony of new waterworks for Edinburgh—an event symbolizing progress under their watchful eye. Sir James Urquhart (1864-1930)'s striking oil painting from around 1914 portrays another lord provost whose legacy lives on through artistry—a testament to his impact on society beyond politics. William Robertson's 1879 portrait reminds us that each lord provost leaves behind a unique imprint on history—his contribution forever etched onto canvas alongside those before him.