€3,000 - €5,000
Important Irish Land League Banner
Political Patriot / Religious Banner. A large and impressive painted and embroidered Banner, 188cms x 148cms (74" long x 58" wide), headed 'The Sun Bursts Forth [on] Loved / Ireland / And the Harp shall Sound Again,' with a fine painted portrait of an aged white-bearded harper, with wolfhound, Celtic cross and round tower, surrounded by wreaths of shamrocks, and on reverse 'God Save Ireland / Faith and Fatherland,' with painted portrait of Saint Patrick with crook. Signed under the harper, W. O'Grady, Dublin 1884.
This impressive item has been in the custody of a Donegal family since its manufacture. The original purpose is not now known, but clearly it was used in community religious/patriotic parades or functions. it is in excellent condition considering its age, with a few minor repairs. Includes its original pole and storage sack, w.a.f. (1)
Provenance: Important Private Donegal Collection.
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