Monday, March 23, 2015

The Oriel Gallery - Paul Henry West of Ireland Bogland Oil on Canvas

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West of Ireland Bogland
Oil on Canvas at The Oriel Gallery
A Northern painter trained in the great 19th century Realist tradition, Paul Henry is primarily a landscapist. He is often credited with having created our picture of the West of Ireland
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Friday, March 13, 2015

Patrick Howard Antiques - Fruitwood Walking Cane by renowned maker Thomas Brigg & Sons.

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Patrick Howard Antiques
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A Superb Example of Hand Carved Fruitwood Walking Cane by renowned maker Thomas Brigg & Sons.
The grained Ivory Pistol form grip handle above a silver collar, hallmarked London 1898. Complete with its original bi-metal ferrule.
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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

The Art Institute of Chicago - "Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690–1840"




The Art Institute of Chicago, one of The most Famous Institutions in The World is presenting over 300 objects drawn from public and private collections across North America—as well as the Art Institute’s own important collection of Irish decorative and fine arts. "Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690–1840" This exhibition is the first to explore the rich and complex art and culture of Ireland during the long 18th century.
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