Traditional Irish oil paintings
When we speak of Irish Oil Paintings, many images come to mind. Ireland has a rich history of Oil Painting, which has, in turn, captured much of the visual history of Ireland in the last 200 years, in ways that descriptions cannot match.
1. A Connemara Girl
A Connemara Girl, an early 1870s painting by the Irish artist Augustus Nicholas Burke. An elegant girl, out gathering animal feed, looks inquisitively towards us. Her surrounds, clothing, and bare feet, all tell us something of the life she leads. The lives of our ancestors.
We have previously recreated this painting. Our artists, using the same Oil Painting materials and techniques of the Old Masters, can re-create any irish Historical art for you.
2. The Blind Piper: Padraig O’Briain,
The Blind Piper: Padraig O’Briain, a renowned Piper who performed on the streets of Limerick, having been struck by blindness in his twenties, as painted by the well known artist Patrick Haverty.
We have previously recreated this painting. Our artists, using the same Oil Painting materials and techniques of the Old Masters, can re-create any irish Historical art for you.
3. In Connemara
Paul Henry: Possibly the most influential landscape artist of Ireland in the twentieth century. His impressionistic style and use of subdued colours well reflect the unique Irish light and landscapes.
Our artists, using the same Oil Painting materials and techniques of the Old Masters, can re-create any irish Historical art for you.
4. Liffey Swim
An atmospheric oil on canvas by Jack B. Yeats, one of Ireland’s most celebrated twentieth-century artists.
We have previously recreated this painting. Our artists, using the same Oil Painting materials and techniques of the Old Masters, can re-create any irish Historical art for you.
5. The Rushing Stream
The Rushing Stream: An expressive oil on canvas painting by Irish artist Roderic O’Conor (17 October 1860 – 18 March 1940). The fast-flowing stream, painted with energetic brushwork and vivid colour, reflects O’Conor’s strong connection to Post-Impressionism and modern European painting.
Through broken strokes and rich texture, the work captures movement, atmosphere, and the emotional power of nature rather than strict realism.
Our artists, using the same Oil Painting materials and techniques of the Old Masters, can re-create any irish Historical art for you.
Irish Paintings Today
In modern Ireland, there is a bustling art scene, with many talented artists. Irish Paintings can cover subjects from our unique Coastline, to our historical towns and cities, to completely abstract art.
1. Shop Street/Quay Street, Galway. Large Oil on Canvas Painting.
Quay Street is one of the most iconic streets in Galway, known for its colourful storefronts, live music culture, and traditional pubs. The style of this oil painting is contemporary Irish impressionism, using palette knife techniques and an urban painting approach.
Unlike many Irish coastal landscapes, this work captures social Ireland, walking culture, and the atmosphere of pub-lined streets.
2. Stephens Green Romance
St Stephen’s Green is a historic Victorian public park in central Dublin and one of the most frequently depicted urban green spaces in Ireland.
This painting depicts a romantic walk along St Stephen’s Green in Dublin. Traditional gas lamps cast a warm light across the park, while The Shelbourne Hotel appears in the background.
At Artworld.ie, we present original Irish oil paintings by our Irish artist in residence, Cathal Spelman, along with a wider collection of works inspired by Ireland.
3. Trinity College Dublin, Campanile
The Campanile, the iconic bell tower of Trinity College Dublin, stands as one of the most recognisable architectural landmarks in Ireland.
Its balanced symmetry, limestone structure, and open courtyard setting make it a frequent subject in Irish visual art and architectural studies.
4. Killiney Bay
Killiney Bay is located on the east coast of Ireland, just south of Dublin. It is known for its curved shoreline facing the Irish Sea and its views toward the Wicklow Mountains.
This is a contemporary impressionist oil painting featuring palette knife texture and broken, mosaic-like brushwork. Killiney Bay is often described as one of the most “Mediterranean-looking” coastal areas in Ireland due to its light quality and gentle shoreline atmosphere.
5. Nohoval, Cork
This painting depicts Nohoval Cove on the southern coast of Ireland. Nohoval Cove is known for its dramatic cliffs and changing Atlantic light. The painting uses palette knife and impasto oil techniques, reflecting a contemporary Irish impressionist style.
Recreate Timeless Irish Art For Your Home
At Artworld.ie our professional artists can recreate many of Ireland’s most admired historical oil paintings, allowing you to own a beautifully hand-painted interpretation of a classic Irish scene.
From traditional Irish landscapes to expressive modern works, each oil painting is carefully painted with attention to atmosphere, colour, and authentic artistic detail. Our artists, using the same Oil Painting materials and techniques of the Old Masters, can re-create any irish Historical art for you.
Unlike many galleries, we work directly with you from start to finish. By avoiding gallery commissions and extra overheads, we can offer large original Irish oil paintings at far more accessible prices than many people expect.
Most of our paintings are created at an impressive 150 x 80 cm size, bringing real presence and atmosphere into your home.
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Conclusion
Irish oil painting continues to hold a unique place in both traditional and contemporary interiors. From the atmospheric expressionism of Jack B. Yeats to the coastal light of Killiney Bay, these artworks reflect Ireland’s history, landscapes, and emotional atmosphere. Whether inspired by historic masters or modern Irish scenes, original oil paintings bring warmth, culture, and timeless character into any living space.
