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John Knox Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by John Knox our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide John Knox · 1778 – 1845

Landscape with Tourists at Loch Katrine

1815 · Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh · original 90 x 125 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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View Of Glencoe

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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First Steamboat On The Clyde

Admire 'First Steamboat On The Clyde' by John Knox – a stunning Romantic landscape showcasing Scotland’s beauty. Hand-painted reproductions available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Edinburgh From Canonmills

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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View Of The Clyde From Faifley And Duntocher

Admire John Knox’s "View of the Clyde." A Romantic landscape painting capturing a serene Scottish dusk scene with atmospheric perspective & warm hues. Oil on canvas, circa 1830.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Landscape With Tourists At Loch Katrine

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The Clyde From Dalnottar Hill

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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View Of Glasgow Green And A Passing Storm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The Nelson Monument Struck By Lightning -

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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View Of The Clyde

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Sunset In The Western Highlands

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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View Of Strathearn Looking West

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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In The Highlands

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Highland Loch Scene

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The Nelson Monument On Glasgow Green Struck By Lightning

John Knox’s "The Nelson Monument" captures a dramatic 1810 scene of war & lightning striking Glasgow's iconic monument. Romantic style, oil painting – a powerful historical piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The Cloch Lighthouse

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Govan Ferry

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Glasgow Green

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Highland Landscape

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Old Glasgow Cross Or The Trongate

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The Head Of Glen Sannox, Arran

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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A Wooded River Landscape With A Mill, A Stately Home On A Hill Beyond

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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North Western View From Ben Lomond

Discover 'North Western View From Ben Lomond' by John Knox – a stunning Romantic landscape painting of Scotland’s highlands. Explore panoramic views & atmospheric detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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Old Glasgow Bridge

Discover John Knox’s ‘Old Glasgow Bridge,’ a stunning 19th-century oil painting capturing the city's landscape in Dutch Golden Age style. Explore its detailed realism & historical significance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The Clyde At Govan, With Figures And A Boat In The Foreground

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 27 artworks by John Knox
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The artist

John Knox

1778 – 1845

Quick facts

Also known asJohn, I Knox, J. Knox, Knox, Джон Нокс, John I Knox
Born1778, Paisley, United Kingdom
Art period19th Century
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Typical colorsespresso
Top-ranked workLandscape with Tourists at Loch Katrine
Topics exploredlandscape, scenes, scottish landscape, river scene, nature
Died1845

Biography

The Panoramic Vision of a Scottish Master

In the heart of the Romantic era, when the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands began to capture the collective imagination of Europe, John Knox emerged as a painter of unparalleled vision. Born in Edinburgh, Knox did not merely observe the landscape; he sought to immortalize its very soul through sweeping, breathtaking vistas that bridged the gap between topographical accuracy and emotional depth. His work serves as a window into a period defined by a fascination with the sublime—that intoxicating blend of awe and terror found in the untamed reaches of the west coast and the towering peaks of Ben Lomond.

The Nasmyth Influence and the Grand Panoramas

The artistic lineage of Knox is inextricably linked to the great Alexander Nasmyth, whose monumental influence shaped the trajectory of Scottish landscape art. As a disciple of this master, Knox adopted a meticulous approach to scientific observation, yet he possessed a unique impulse to push the boundaries of perspective. While many of his contemporaries remained tethered to traditional viewpoints, Knox was known for seeking out extraordinary vantage points, often painting from the dizzying heights of mountaintops to capture the world below in all its grandeur.

His most ambitious undertaking occurred between 1809 and 1814, during which he produced a series of six magnificent Panoramas. These large-scale, semicircular works, displayed in major cities from Glasgow to Dublin, offered viewers an immersive experience that was truly ahead of its time. His dedication to the landscape is most evident in his focus on:

The dramatic and mist-shrouded vistas of Loch Lomond
The imposing and majestic presence of Ben Lomond
The rugged, untamed beauty of the Scottish West Coast

Technique, Texture, and the Romantic Soul

To gaze upon a Knox canvas is to witness a masterful command of oil and light. He utilized atmospheric perspective with profound skill, layering colors and textures to create an illusion of infinite depth, where distant mountains seem to dissolve into the misty Highland air. His brushwork was deliberate, building up tonal gradations that faithfully reproduced the rugged contours of rock formations and the soft, undulating textures of heather moorlands.

Beyond mere realism, Knox’s work is imbued with a Romantic idealism. He did not simply record the terrain; he translated the feeling of the wind, the turbulence of the sea, and the quiet majesty of his homeland into a visual language that resonates with the viewer's own sense of wonder. Through his dedication to both precision and passion, John Knox secured his place as an essential figure in the history of Scottish art, leaving behind a legacy of landscapes that continue to inspire awe.

Questions & Answers

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You can browse 27 artworks by John Knox on the All Artworks page.

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By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 18, 2026

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