{"title":"Featured Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"a-summer-day","title":"A Summer Day","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatercolor on paper signed by Claude Hayes RI (1852-1922) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecreated in 1917\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e19.25 x 23 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(9.6 x 13.2 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn A Summer Day, Claude Hayes RI ROI (1852–1922) captures the quintessential warmth and light of the countryside with his signature breezy, open-air style. This vintage watercolor landscape shows Hayes’ mastery of atmospheric depth and \"transparent use of fresh color,\" a technique that allows the natural sparkle of the paper to enhance the sun-drenched scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-6f0c9f4c-7fff-6f9b-e9b5-ed2cb9864c31\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClaude Hayes RI (1852-1922) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA Dublin born painter who to avoid his father's wish to make a businessman of him ran away to sea and served on the Golden Fleece, one of the transports used in the Abyssinian expedition of 1867-68, and also spent a year in the United States. Returning to London, he studied art at Heatherley's and the Royal Academy Schools, and then in Antwerp, under Charles Verlat. He worked in Hampshire with James Aumonier and also in Surrey with William Charles Estall, whose sister he married.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHayes exhibited widely in London and provincial centres, and was elected a member of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours in 1886, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters in 1883, and the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour, 1902. He also showed at the RA, RBSA, Brook Street Art Gallery, Dudley Gallery, FAS, GI, Grosvenor Gallery, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, MAFA, RBA, RHA, Ridley Art Club, RSW and Walker's Gallery, London. In 1912, Claude Hayes represented England at the Venice Biennale. His work is in various public collections in England and Ireland including the Ulster Museum, Museums Sheffield, Torre Abbey Museum and the Leeds City Art Gallery. His father was the artist Edwin Hayes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44548973133894,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6856.heic?v=1772075086"},{"product_id":"landscape","title":"Irish Landscape","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on canvas signed by O Patigk (20th\/21st Century)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e29.5 x 37 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(24 x 31.7 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis atmospheric oil on board study, \"Irish Landscape\" by O. Patigk, captures the serene and rugged essence of the Irish countryside with a masterful focus on natural light. The composition features a winding dirt path leading the eye toward a tranquil body of water, flanked by meticulously rendered trees that reflect the artist's attentive study of botanical detail and seasonal color. As a quintessential piece of vintage Irish art, this signed original serves as a timeless representation of the quiet, enduring beauty of the rural landscape, making it a perfect addition to any collection of traditional landscape painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44556816711750,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6502.jpg?v=1772075101"},{"product_id":"still-life-flowers-apples","title":"Still Life, Flowers \u0026 Apples","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by C. Bondrage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e  H 16.75 x W 9.5 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(H 15\" x W 17\" inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn Still Life, Flowers \u0026amp; Apples, C. Bondrage presents a classic study of form and color that epitomizes the quiet elegance of vintage still life. This oil on board composition features a balanced arrangement of vibrant blossoms and carefully rendered fruit, showcasing the artist's attentive handling of light and natural textures.\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-425934fa-7fff-59bc-b7c7-5b27cfd575e6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44557080789062,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6988.jpg?v=1772075116"},{"product_id":"window-on-the-world-cottage-at-dunoff","title":"Window on the World, Cottage at Dunoff","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatercolor on paper signed by Michael Clarke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecreated in 1917\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 14 x W 17 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(H 7 x W 10 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn Window on the World, Cottage at Dunoff, Michael Clarke offers a poignant glimpse into rural Irish life, focusing on a traditional homestead in the rugged peninsula in County Donegal. This signed watercolor drawing captures the weathered textures of the thatched or slated cottage against the evocative light of the Donegal landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44557215858758,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6843.heic?v=1772075061"},{"product_id":"boats-in-spain","title":"Boats in Spain","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on canvas signed by Irish School (1994)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 11 x W 14.5 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(H 9 x W 13 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis oil on canvas work, attributed to the Irish School, captures a group of vibrant fishing boats resting on a sun-drenched Spanish shoreline. The piece features a rich, impasto technique, where thick, expressive brushstrokes bring a palpable texture to the weathered boat hulls and the surrounding coastal terrain. This evocative study beautifully blends the bright, Mediterranean light of Spain with the atmospheric sensibility of the traditional Irish landscape tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44595190136902,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6982.jpg?v=1772075339"},{"product_id":"view-of-bangor","title":"View of Bangor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by Robert John Woods (1871 - 1955)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1942 \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 13.5 x W 16.5 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(H 7 x W 10 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eView of Bangor by Robert John Woods beautifully captures the serene coastal charm of Bangor, Ireland, showcasing vibrant seascapes and lush landscapes. This exquisite piece reflects the artist's masterful use of color and light, inviting viewers to experience the tranquil beauty of the Irish coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-1ecff418-7fff-9657-e4f4-34d0b449cb4b\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobert John Woods \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ewas a British artist who was born in 1871. Robert John Woods's work has been offered at auction multiple times, with realized prices ranging from 54 USD to 227 USD, depending on the size and medium of the artwork. Since 2017 the record price for this artist at auction is 227 USD for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mutualart.com\/Artwork\/FARM-BUILDINGS--COUNTY-ANTRIM\/AD80B36312088442\"\u003eFARM BUILDINGS. COUNTY ANTRIM\u003c\/a\u003e, sold at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mutualart.com\/AuctionHouse\/Ross-s-Fine-Art-Auctioneers\/A8B2B875B5D8C460\"\u003eRoss's Fine Art Auctioneers\u003c\/a\u003e in 2020. The artist died in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44595467780166,"sku":null,"price":480.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6852.heic?v=1772075464"},{"product_id":"irish-cottage","title":"Irish Cottage","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by E. MacNeill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1942 \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 12 x W 14  inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(H 8 x W 10 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn Irish Cottage, E. MacNeill captures the quintessential charm of the Irish countryside with a focus on the timeless, whitewashed architecture of a traditional dwelling. This oil on board study features the characteristic steeply pitched roof and thick, textured walls of a rural homestead, rendered with a soft, impressionistic light that evokes a deep sense of nostalgia. As a collectible piece of vintage Irish art, this signed original reflects the 20th-century artistic dedication to preserving the quiet beauty and resilient spirit of Ireland’s heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44595636994118,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6418.heic?v=1772075513"},{"product_id":"rathlin-from-murlough-north-antrim","title":"Rathlin from Murlough, North Antrim","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by Henry J. Foy (Harry)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 15 x W 21 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e(H 12 x W 17.75 inches unframed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn Rathlin from Murlough, North Antrim, Henry J. Foy (1900–1979) masterfully captures the rugged coastal beauty of the Antrim shoreline, looking across the water toward the iconic silhouette of Rathlin Island. This vintage Irish oil painting showcases Foy’s signature ability to render the atmospheric light and deep, shifting blues of the North Atlantic, a skill informed by his deep personal knowledge of the Irish landscape and his background as a keen fisherman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHenry J Foy (Harry) (Irish 1920–1979)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenry James Foy, a landscape painter in oils was born in Belfast in 1920. He was a keen fisherman, had a great knowledge of rivers and used this in his landscapes. Harry, as he was known, had no formal art training and spent his working career with BT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis holidays were spent in the west of Ireland during which he was able to gather a collection of reference material in the form of photographs and field sketches. These were later used to make finished paintings for sale. He used Rodman’s and F G Davis \u0026amp; Sons both in Belfast, a gallery in Grafton Street, Dublin and also one in Limerick as well as sending his paintings to the US and Canada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe finished his painting career around 1973 then took up mineralogy, building himself up to a world authority in the zeolites found in the County Antrim basalt. Many of the specimens collected are now in the Ulster Museum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44657217962054,"sku":null,"price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6464.heic?v=1772079935"},{"product_id":"figure-in-a-coastal-view","title":"Figure in a Coastal View","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by Henry Echlin Neill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 13 x W16.5 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn Figure in a Coastal View, Henry Echlin Neill RUA (1888–1981) demonstrates the evocative figurative and landscape style that made him a cornerstone of the Royal Ulster Academy. This vintage study captures a solitary moment against a rugged shoreline, likely inspired by his frequent travels to the Antrim or Donegal coasts, and features the refined use of line and light typical of his Belfast School of Art training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHenry Echlin Neill \u003c\/strong\u003e(1888-1981) was a Belfast born artist who received his education at Willowfield National School on the Woodstock road and then at the Belfast School of Art, along with being trained as a lithographer. He worked as a teacher for most of his adult life and is known for his landscape and figurative works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44657256759366,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6998.jpg?v=1772080524"},{"product_id":"a-corner-of-lough-neagh","title":"A Corner of Lough Neagh","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by Rowland Hill ARUA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 14 x W 20 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn A Corner of Lough Neagh, Rowland Hill ARUA (1915–1979) employs his celebrated lyrical realism to capture the tranquil beauty of Ireland's largest lake. This masterful Irish landscape painting showcases Hill’s distinctive sensitivity to light and atmosphere, rendering the quiet shoreline with the structural precision and \"timeless strength\" that defined his career in the Royal Ulster Academy. As a quintessential piece of 20th-century vintage Irish art, it reflects the artist's deep connection to the Northern Irish countryside and his legacy as one of the most beloved painters of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRowland Hill \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eARUA\u003c\/strong\u003e (1919-1979) was born in Belfast and later moved to Jordanstown. When Hill was just fourteen years old, he began to earn a living for himself. However, knowing that he wanted to be an artist, he attended Belfast Technical College and Belfast College of Art in the evenings. People first began to see Hill’s oil paintings in the Ulster Academy of Arts when he was just sixteen years old. Hill’s subject matter consisted predominantly of landscapes, usually in places such as Donegal. As well as exhibiting in Belfast, Hill’s work also travelled overseas for shows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44657299161158,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_6994.jpg?v=1772080860"},{"product_id":"breakers-on-balscadden-howth","title":"Breakers on Balscadden, Howth","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil on board signed by Bill O'Brien\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 14 x W 16 inches framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH 7.5 x W 9.5 inches unframed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBreakers on Balscadden, Howth is a vibrant oil on board study by contemporary artist Bill O'Brien, capturing the raw, energetic movement of the Irish coast. Utilizing a loose, impressionistic style, O'Brien masterfully renders the crashing surf and dramatic light of Howth’s Balscadden Bay, a location renowned for its rugged beauty and \"hidden beach\" atmosphere. This signed original is a quintessential example of modern Irish landscape painting, making it a compelling centerpiece for any collection of vintage-style coastal art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44664540528710,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/2122\/4262\/files\/IMG_7054.jpg?v=1772081432"}],"url":"https:\/\/goldenharpgallery.com\/collections\/featured.oembed","provider":"Golden Harp Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}