Brian Palm
"Down Our Way" - Mixed Media on Board
Brian Palm was
born in Hartford, Connecticut in 1957 and moved to Dublin, Ireland in
1977 to attend the National College of Art and Design. During the late
1970s and 1980s Palm documented much of the social change taking
place in Dublin, focusing on urban street photography with an
emphasis on the inner city youth culture, urban decay and
architectural demolition. Using a camera as a tool for collecting
information, he has said, "At the time I considered my photography
to be an essential part of an art making process rather than an
artistic end in itself". Since then, Palm has been creating
contemporary cityscapes of Dublin using clearly identifiable personal
imagery in a process which is uniquely his own. Combining
photo-collage and oil paint Palm has created a large body of artwork,
developing and perfecting his unusual technique over a number of
years.
Palm's unique
style and technique has developed from a process of trial and error.
He describes, "I have developed a technique which allows me to
directly use my original photographic imagery as an integral part of
a painting's visual and physical structure. On an ordinary black
and white photocopier, I greatly enlarge details or sections of my
photographs creating a grainy 'drop-out' effect. This step takes
ordinary photographic imagery into an altered, abstracted territory
and gives it enormous graphic strength". He cuts and reassembles
various elements from several pictures into one, or from one into
several. Buildings, figures, street, furniture etc. are intermingled
and collaged together to create imaginary compositions based on
reality.
When soaked in a
diluted PVA solution, thin photocopy paper has many of the properties
of rice paper, and when applied to a primed wooden surface it adheres
well and the image remains permanent. Protected from the damaging
effects of oil paint by the PVA seal, the paper will not rot and the
collaged surface gives an actual three dimensional aspect to the
picture plane. The skies, clouds and streets are built up with
luminous layers of oil paint and varnish on wood then finished and
sealed with several coats of matt varnish. The process has allowed
him to combine photography and painting in order to produce
emotionally evocative, atmospheric pictures. The work is
intentionally challenging to the viewer in both content and
technique, while remaining aesthetically attractive. Through the
combination of paint and photo collage, the pictures are specifically
intended to question our ideas and attitudes in relation to what does
or does not define a contemporary "painting".
There is a subtle political and
moral content to the narrative of Palm's work. "I have attempted
to document the massive changes that have taken place in the city of
Dublin during the past twenty years physically, spiritually and
emotionally, and have commented on what I found. The figures that
inhabit my paintings are often the most vulnerable and marginalised
members of society; the poor, the elderly, children. Lost in
contemplation, oblivious to the viewer, they go about their daily
routines amid the rapid developments engulfing them and their
community". His work also addresses "the
larger question of the collective thought process of our society as a
whole, and how our personal values, beliefs and decisions directly
affect the lives of others around us. While addressing serious
issues, I would like to think that my paintings leave the viewer with
a positive sense of optimism, resilience, and affirmation".
Palm has lived in
Ireland since graduating from NCAD with an honours BFA in 1981. Palm has
regularly shown his work in solo and group exhibitions throughout
Ireland, including the Royal Hibernian Academy's Annual
Exhibitions, Royal Ulster Academy's Annual Exhibitions, Eigse
Exhibitions, Galway Arts Festivals, Iontas Exhibitions, and many
others. He was a committee
member of the "Independent Artists Association" and exhibited
annually in the "Irish Exhibition of Living Art". Palm has been
the recipient of several Arts Council of Ireland awards and
bursaries, and has participated in a number of residences at the
Tyrone Guthrie Centre, Annamaghkerrig and the Cill Rialaig Project in
Kerry. He recently participated in the RHA School Atelier Programme
and held a successful exhibition in Studio One following his
residency. Palm's work is represented in numerous public and
private collections in Ireland and abroad.
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Brian Palm From the Rushes, Ireland's EyeWatercolour on Paper,Framed30cm x 40cm (12" x 16") |
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€400.00 |
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Brian Palm RanelaghWatercolour on Paper,Framed23cm x 30cm (9" x 12") |
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€400.00 |
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Brian Palm Rose GardenWatercolour on Paper,Framed23cm x 30cm (9" x 12") |
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€400.00 |
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Brian Palm Morning RainWatercolour on Paper,Framed30cm x 40cm (12" x 16") |
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€400.00 |
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Brian Palm Sailboats by Ireland's EyeWatercolour on Paper,Framed30cm x 40cm (12" x 16") |
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€400.00 |
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Brian Palm Railway CottagesWatercolour on Paper,Framed30cm x 40cm (12" x 16") |
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€400.00 |
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Brian Palm House by the TracksMixed Media on Board, Framed21cm x 75cm (8" x 30") |
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€690.00 |
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Brian Palm Kids beside the houseMixed Media on Board, Framed26cm x 28cm (10'' x 12'') |
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€690.00 |
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Brian Palm In the NeighbourhoodMixed Media on Board, Framed26cm x 35cm (10" x 14") |
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€690.00 |
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Brian Palm Rescued TreasureMixed Media on Board, Framed55cm x 47cm (21" x 18.5") |
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€950.00 |
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Brian Palm Ladies of Queen StreetMixed Media on Board, Framed72cm x 57cm (28" x 22") |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm Child's PlayMixed Media on Board, Framed60cm x 60cm (23.5'' x 23.5'') |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm Karen's Loose ToothMixed Media on Board, Framed60cm x 60cm (23.5'' x 23.5'') |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm Going to the MagnetMixed Media on Board, Framed60cm x 60cm (23.5'' x 23.5'') |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm Five boys in the snowMixed Media on Board, Framed48cm x 38cm (15" x 11") |
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€950.00 |
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Brian Palm Under the Lamp lightMixed Media on Board, Framed48cm x 38cm (15" x 11") |
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€950.00 |
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Brian Palm Wendy's WorldMixed Media on Board, Framed60cm x 47cm (23.5" x 18.5") |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm Paddy Green at Charlemont St.Mixed Media on Board, Framed14cm x 19cm (5.5'' x 7.5'') |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm Pepper Cannister at sunsetMixed Media on Board, Framed14cm x 19cm (5.5'' x 7.5'') |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid with Tricycle at sunsetMixed Media on Board, Framed19cm x 14cm (7.5" x 5.5") |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm Woman with Brisk StrideMixed Media on Board, Framed19cm x 14cm (7.5" x 5.5") |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm St Mary's ChurchMixed Media on Board, Framed19cm x 15cm (7.5" x 6") |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm HoardingsMixed Media on Board, Framed15cm x 20cm (6" x 8") |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm CobblestonesMixed Media on Board, Framed15cm x 24cm (6" x 9.5") |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm A Chance EncounterMixed Media on Board, Framed30cm x 15cm (12" x 6") |
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€390.00 |
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Brian Palm Two Boys, A Dog & a PramMixed Media on Board, Framed15cm x 28cm (6" x 11") |
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€425.00 |
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Brian Palm A Windy DayMixed Media on Board, Framed15cm x 30cm (6" x 12") |
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€425.00 |
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Brian Palm The Pepper CanisterMixed Media on Board, Framed30cm x 15cm (12" x 6") |
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€425.00 |
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Brian Palm End of TerraceMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 20cm (16" x 8") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Autumn GirlMixed Media on Board, Framed44cm x 26cm (17" x 10") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm SummerMixed Media on Board, Framed76cm x 46cm (30" x 18") |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm AutumnMixed Media on Board, Framed76cm x 46cm (30" x 18") |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm WinterMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 61cm (24" x 24") |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm SpringMixed Media on Board, Framed76cm x 46cm (30" x 18") |
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€1,200.00 |
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Brian Palm The Horse TroughMixed Media on Board, Framed60cm x 90cm (23.5" x 35.5") |
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€1,250.00 |
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Brian Palm Camp FireMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 30cm (16'' x 12'') |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm BoyMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 30cm (16'' x 12'') |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Old Man WalkingMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 49cm (24" x 19") |
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€790.00 |
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Brian Palm Social DistanceMixed Media on Board, Framed45cm x 45cm (18" x 18") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Isolated GirlMixed Media on Board, Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm The End Of George's HouseMixed Media on Board, Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Pearse StreetMixed Media on Board, Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Dave With TomatoesMixed Media on Board, Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Socially DistantMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Trike Abandoned In WastegroundMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Abandoned TrikeMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Abandoned TricycleMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid On A TrikeMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid in A Green JacketMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm End of Queen's TerraceMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Egg DepotMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid in the StreetMixed Media on Board, Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Boy in Red WelliesMixed Media on Board, Framed45cm x 45cm (18" x 18") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Cognitive DissonanceMixed Media on Board, Framed44cm x 44cm (17" x 17") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm By Electric WindowlightMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 30cm (16'' x 12'') |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Persistent MemoryMixed Media, framed60cm x 122cm (24" x 48") |
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€1,950.00 |
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Brian Palm A Night to RememberShadowbox48cm x 142cm x 36cm |
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€2,950.00 |
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Brian Palm Man Over BoardShadowbox28cm x 33cm x 19cm |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Rust BucketShadowbox28cm x 33cm x 19cm |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm The Irishtown KidsMixed Media Framed49cm x 61cm (19" x 24") |
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€650.00 |
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Brian Palm Child's PlayMixed Media Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm The Loose ToothMixed Media Framed59cm x 47cm (23'' x 18.5'') |
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€650.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid wih GasworksMixed Media Framed29cm x 20cm (11.5" x 8") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm RingsendMixed Media Framed29cm x 20cm (11.5" x 8") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm TedMixed Media Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Precious Milk, AutumnMixed Media Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm MontyMixed Media Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid with Shadow, SummerMixed Media Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Enigmatic FigureMixed Media Framed39cm x 29cm (15.5" x 11.25") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Sister's CityMixed Media Framed37cm x 37cm (14.5"x14.5") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid with TrikeMixed Media Framed14cm x 19cm (5.5'' x 7.5'') |
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€250.00 |
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Brian Palm CampsiteMixed Media Framed14cm x 19cm (5.5'' x 7.5'') |
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€250.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid & St. Mary's ChurchMixed Media Framed19cm x 14cm (7.5" x 5.5") |
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€250.00 |
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Brian Palm Children at play, South LottsMix Media Framed46cm x 46cm (18" x 18") |
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€590.00 |
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Brian Palm Happy Granny, Pearse StreetMixed Media Framed38 cm x 38 cm (15" x 15") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm On Moore StreetMixed Media Framed38 cm x 38cm (15" x 15") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Girl Running with CrispsMixed Media Framed41cm x 30 cm (16" x 12") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm WendyMixed Media Framed41cm x 30 cm (16" x 12") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Two Ladies in DonnybrookMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 92cm (24" x 36") |
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€1,250.00 |
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Brian Palm Woman in DonnybrookMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 48cm (24" x 19") |
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€650.00 |
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Brian Palm Running HomeMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 40cm (16" x 16") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Kid, Trike and GasometerMixed Media on Board, Framed30cm x 40cm (12" x 16") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Man on the BridgeMixed Media on Board, Framed30cm x 40cm (12" x 16") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Houses Beside the TracksMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 40cm (16" x 16") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm Pearse StreetMixed Media on Board, Framed45cm x 90cm (17.5'' x 35.5'') |
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€690.00 |
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Brian Palm WendyMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 49cm (24" x 19") |
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€650.00 |
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Brian Palm Gasworks ChimneyMixed Media on Board61cm x 49cm (24" x 19") |
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€650.00 |
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Brian Palm In the SnowMixed Media on Board, Framed49cm x 61cm (19" x 24") |
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€650.00 |
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Brian Palm Girl Running with CrispsMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 30cm (16" x 12") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Starting to RainMixed Media on Board, Framed40cm x 30cm (16" x 12") |
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€450.00 |
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Brian Palm Child's PlayMixed Media on Board, Framed92cm x 92cm (36" x 36") |
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€1,450.00 |
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Brian Palm A boy,a girl and the GasometerMixed Media on Board, Framed92cm x 92cm (36" x 36") |
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€1,450.00 |
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Brian Palm Precious MilkMixed Media on Board, Framed92cm x 92cm (36" x 36") |
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€1,450.00 |
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Brian Palm Wendy after RainMixed Media on Board, Framed92cm x 92cm (36" x 36") |
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€1,450.00 |
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Brian Palm 2 Boys, A Dog and a PramMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 122cm (24" x 48") |
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€1,450.00 |
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Brian Palm Ted after RainMixed Media on Board, Framed61cm x 122cm (24" x 48") |
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€1,450.00 |
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Brian Palm RMS Leinster ablazeMixed Media on Board, Framed28cm x 28cm (11" x 11") |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm At SeaMixed Media on Board, Framed20cm x 25cm (8' x 10'' ) |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm RMS Leinster SinkingMixed Media on Board, Framed35cm x 25cm (14" x 10'') |
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€490.00 |
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Brian Palm RMS Leinster 1918Mixed Media on Card, Framed37cm x 16cm (14.5" x 6") |
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€490.00 |
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