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Superlative 18th-century Irish silver keeps its shine
NEW YORK — When it comes to quintessential Irish antiques, early Irish silver ranks with Belleek china and Waterford crystal for rarity and desirability. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, let’s look at uniquely Irish silver from the 18th century — a standout period for its handmade and beautiful craftsmanship as well as mastery of the […]
Nicholson still life captivated bidders at Bonhams’ Modern British & Irish Art sale
LONDON – Lilies of the Valley by Sir William Nicholson topped Bonhams’ Modern British and Irish Art Sale in London on November 24. The work was painted in 1927 and critics have noted its atypical “radiant sweetness” as well as the boldness of the brushstrokes and the layering of tones. It sold for £237,750, having […]
Aidan Foley sale features Irish artists, musicians Apr. 13-14
MALLOW, Ireland – Aidan Foley Auctions will conduct auctions on Monday and Tuesday, April 13-14. The first sale consists of music posters, LP’s and related collectibles. It will be followed by a selection of Irish art, Persian rugs and collectibles. Absentee and Internet live bidding for both auctions is available through LiveAuctioneers.
Some Irish Belleek as scarce as four-leaf clovers
At the height of the Great Irish Famine, John Caldwell Bloomfield, an amateur mineralogist, inherited an estate which encompassed Belleek, a village in County Fermanagh (today Northern Ireland). Devastated by the distress he witnessed, the young man vowed to return the village to prosperity. As luck would have it, his land held abundant amounts of […]