11 items
Gráinne Mhaol / Grace O'Malley Bronze Sculpture
Born in 1530 as Gráinne Ni Mhaille, Gráinne was queen of Umhaill (Connaght) in the west of Ireland, and a fearsome trader and pirate. Ireland was under English rule and Gráinne was a known rebel to the crown. In 1593 she travelled to England to appeal for the release of her two sons and brother. Queen Elizabeth agreed on the condition that Gráinne end her rebellion and piracy against England (which she reneged upon). Gráinne died in 1603 in her home place on Clare Island.
Height: 310mm
"The Men of Aran" Bronze Sculpture
The Men of Aran - “Pulling together”
The men of the Aran Islands used to carry their traditional fishing boats, known as a currach or naomhóg ('little saint') to the sea everyday, to bring home the catch of the day in order to sustain their community. They also wore the traditional Aran sweater woven with celtic knotwork, which represented prayers to keep them safe at sea. Lore has it that the seas around the islands were so dangerous that fishermen of times past wouldn't bother learning to swim, since they knew they'd have no chance against the wild currents.
Molly Malone "Striving Against Adversity" Bronze Sculpture
Molly Malone - “Striving Against Adversity”
Molly Malone wheeled her wheelbarrow through the streets of Dublin City in the 17th century. Molly has been immortalised in song, and in 1988 Jeanne Rynhart was commissioned to make a life sized sculpture of her, which is situated on Grafton Street in Dublin City. Jeanne has sculpted this keepsake in the likeness of her original statue.
Height: 180mm (small) and 300mm (large)
Molly Malone “Striving Against Adversity” Bronze Lamp
Molly Malone - “Striving Against Adversity”
Molly Malone wheeled her wheelbarrow through the streets of Dublin City in the 17th century. Molly has since been immortalised in song, and in 1988 Jeanne Rynhart was commissioned to make a life sized sculpture of her, which is situated on Grafton Street in Dublin City. Jeanne has sculpted this keep-sake in the likeness of her original statue.
Height: 550mm
Framed Bronze Claddagh
Turoe Stone - Small Bronze Clock
This ancient carved stone is a perfect example of ‘La Tene' art from the 1st to 3rd century BC. It originally stood on a hillfort in the town land of Bullan, Co. Galway and is believed to have been used to bless marriages.
Height: 100mm
"Seisiún" Irish Music Bronze Sculpture
This intricate handcrafted bronze sculpture celebrates the instruments of a typical Irish céilí music session (or seisiún), as found in countless pubs across the island. The sculpture features the traditional Celtic fiddle as well as the iconic bodhrán drum.
Height: 140mm
Annie Moore “Pioneering Spirit” Bronze Sculpture
Annie Moore was the first immigrant to pass through Ellis Island in New York Harbour. She arrived, aged 15, on the steam-ship Nevada from Cobh (then known as Queenstown) in County Cork, with her two brothers Philip and Anthony, in 1888. In 1992 Jeanne Rynhart was commissioned to sculpt a life sized Sculpture of Annie Moore and her two brothers, which is now situated at the Cobh Heritage Centre. Jeanne has sculpted this keepsake in the likeness of her original statue. A life sized sister statue of Annie Moore is also situated on Ellis Island, New York.
Height: 180mm (small); 270mm (medium); 320mm (large)
Irish Dancer Bronze Sculpture
Dressed in her traditional Irish dress, hands by her side and with her toe pointed ready for the first move. This little dancer makes a great gift or trophy.
Height: 280mm
Celtic Wolfhound Bronze Lamp
Celtic Wolfhound - “Man’s Best Friend”.
The Irish Wolfhound was the hound of the kings and nobility of Ireland. They were used for hunting deer and wild boar. The wolfhound appears in ancient Irish manuscripts as a symbol of loyalty.
Height: 300mm (small); 430mm (large)
Annie Moore “Pioneering Spirit” Bronze Lamp
Annie Moore was the first immigrant to pass through Ellis Island in New York Harbour. She arrived, aged 15, on the steam-ship Nevada from Cobh (then known as Queenstown) in County Cork, with her two brothers Philip and Anthony, in 1888. In 1992 Jeanne Rynhart was commissioned to sculpt a life sized Sculpture of Annie Moore and her two brothers, which is now situated at the Cobh Heritage Centre. Jeanne has sculpted this keepsake in the likeness of her original statue. A life sized sister statue of Annie Moore is also situated on Ellis Island, New York.
Height: 450mm
