Victorian Scottish Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Mcneish, Falkirk

19th century

Sold by Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Description

A superb Victorian Scottish longcase clock by John McNeish (also recorded as McNeith) of Falkirk, presented in excellent working order. The eight‑day movement sits within an impressive hood featuring a swan‑neck pediment, delicate stringing, and well‑balanced proportions.

The painted dial is richly decorated with four classical female figures in the spandrels, each representing virtues such as Hope, Justice, Peace, or the Arts. The arch displays a finely executed oval scene of a seated classical figure with a lion. The cream dial, with its black Roman numerals, also includes subsidiary seconds and date dials, adding both function and charm.

John McNeish/McNeith is recorded among Falkirk’s early 19th‑century clockmakers, known for their solid craftsmanship, well‑proportioned cases, and decorative Scottish dial painting. Clocks bearing his name are sought after for their quality and strong regional identity.

Physical Dimensions

Height

215.5cm (84.84")

Width

52cm (20.47")

Depth

25.5cm (10.04")

Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1217563

Dealers Internal Reference

SAI4207

Dealers Notes

All measurements are done to the widest point .

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Description

A superb Victorian Scottish longcase clock by John McNeish (also recorded as McNeith) of Falkirk, presented in excellent working order.

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The eight‑day movement sits within an impressive hood featuring a swan‑neck pediment, delicate stringing, and well‑balanced proportions.

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

fig 1. Victorian Scottish Mahogany Longcase Clock by John McNeish, Falkirk — fig 1. Victorian Scottish Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Mcneish, Falkirk

The painted dial is richly decorated with four classical female figures in the spandrels, each representing virtues such as Hope, Justice, Peace, or the Arts. The arch displays a finely executed oval scene of a seated classical figure with a lion. The cream dial, with its black Roman numerals, also includes subsidiary seconds and date dials, adding both function and charm.

fig 2. Victorian Scottish Mahogany Longcase Clock by John McNeish, Falkirk — fig 2. Victorian Scottish Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Mcneish, Falkirk

John McNeish/McNeith is recorded among Falkirk’s early 19th‑century clockmakers, known for their solid craftsmanship, well‑proportioned cases, and decorative Scottish dial painting. Clocks bearing his name are sought after for their quality and strong regional identity.