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John Doherty
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
Lot 32
Price Realised:
€19,000
Estimate:
€20,000 - €30,000
John Doherty, b.1949
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
Acrylic on linen, 48" x 32" (122cm x 81cm), signed, inscribed and dated verso.
Provenance: Taylor Galleries, Dublin (label verso).
Although for many years Kilken... Read more
Lot 32
John Doherty
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
Acrylic on linen, 48" x 32" (122cm x 81cm), signed, inscribed and dated verso.
Provenance: Taylor Galleries, Dublin (label verso).
Although for many years Kilken... Read more
Lot 32
John Doherty
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
Estimate:
€20,000 - €30,000
John Doherty, b.1949
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
Acrylic on linen, 48" x 32" (122cm x 81cm), signed, inscribed and dated verso.
Provenance: Taylor Galleries, Dublin (label verso).
Although for many years Kilkenny-born Doherty divided his time as a practicing artist between Australia and Ireland, he is now living in West Cork. He initially trained as an architect, so it's not surprising that he continues to be fascinated by the built environment. Painting in a photo-realist style, Doherty is drawn to neglected structures (old shops, pubs, derelict warehouses, etc.) that seem to be left behind. These are starting points for exploring the overlooked beauty of their richly textures surfaces and for uncovering hidden elegance in their linear patterns. Sometimes Doherty introduces a playful element by imagining some human qualities in his inanimate subjects. Two obsolete petrol pumps might be thought of as an old couple, some weathered buoys as a family group.
The Ballerina is beautifully constructed, the piece held together by strong interlocking geometric shapes that are enlivened by a rhythmic repetition of thin vertical lines. Against this, Doherty unexpectedly uncovers the grace and elegance of a dancer. Although we might be initially drawn into the painting by its technical virtuosity, the artist holds us there by creating a haunting image that speaks to us of loneliness, vacancy and obsolescence.
Dr Frances Ruane HRHA, May 2021
THE BALLERINA (MINCH NORTON MILL, ENNISCORTHY, CO WEXFORD)
Acrylic on linen, 48" x 32" (122cm x 81cm), signed, inscribed and dated verso.
Provenance: Taylor Galleries, Dublin (label verso).
Although for many years Kilkenny-born Doherty divided his time as a practicing artist between Australia and Ireland, he is now living in West Cork. He initially trained as an architect, so it's not surprising that he continues to be fascinated by the built environment. Painting in a photo-realist style, Doherty is drawn to neglected structures (old shops, pubs, derelict warehouses, etc.) that seem to be left behind. These are starting points for exploring the overlooked beauty of their richly textures surfaces and for uncovering hidden elegance in their linear patterns. Sometimes Doherty introduces a playful element by imagining some human qualities in his inanimate subjects. Two obsolete petrol pumps might be thought of as an old couple, some weathered buoys as a family group.
The Ballerina is beautifully constructed, the piece held together by strong interlocking geometric shapes that are enlivened by a rhythmic repetition of thin vertical lines. Against this, Doherty unexpectedly uncovers the grace and elegance of a dancer. Although we might be initially drawn into the painting by its technical virtuosity, the artist holds us there by creating a haunting image that speaks to us of loneliness, vacancy and obsolescence.
Dr Frances Ruane HRHA, May 2021
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PLEASE BID EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.
In order to allow rival bidders the opportunity to respond to a late bid the following extensions will apply:
IF A BID IS RECEIVED WITHIN THE FINAL 45 SECONDS OF THE COUNTDOWN THE CLOCK WILL RESET TO 60 SECONDS.
At any point you can leave a maximum bid, representing the highest price you are prepared to pay for a particular lot. Bidding only advances when there is competition from a rival bidder. In that case the system bids on your behalf, only up to the maximum if required. All bids are relayed to you be email, along with notification if you have been outbid.
All maximum bids are confidential and not disclosed. The system will endeavor to purchase the lot for you for the least price. Bids are subject to buyer’s premium of 25% (incl vat), with no additional charges.
In the event of a tied bid, the preference will be given to the bid submitted first. The second bidder will receive immediate notification of being outbid.
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