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- Dates:
- 1844-2014 — 1844
- Type/Formats:
- Collection — StillImage — Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- University College, Dublin — Ferguson, Ruth, 1963- — Murphy, Paula — Campbell, Myles, PhD. — Lowney, Claire [ … ]
- Abstract:
- This collection documents sculptures that comprise part of the University College Dublin art collection. Many of these sculptures have featured in the UCD Sculpture Trail. The UCD Sculpture Trail comprises public works of art that are an integral part of the urban fabric of the university, enriching... [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Gillespie, Rowan, 1953-
- Abstract:
- Rowan Gillespie (b.1953, Dublin) is one of Ireland's most prolific and successful sculptures. He has completed numerous commissions in Ireland and across the world. His Famine figures on the Liffey Quays are well known to Dubliners. Gillespie studied in the UK and Norway. 'Judgement' is based on a... [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Ceannt, Eamonn, 1953-
- Abstract:
- Eamonn Ceannt (b.1953, Dublin) is a graduate and former Vice President of UCD. His work is notable for its tactile qualities and sinuous forms. Ceannt has travelled extensively over the years including north Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent and lived for a number of years in... [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Walker, Corban
- Abstract:
- Walker has been making work in glass in recent years. This sculpture is part of his translucent series of grid works, which take the form of stacked alternating layers of different types of glass.
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Quinn, Bob, 1948-
- Abstract:
- Quinn (b.1948, Britain) had a successful career as a graphic designer. Since 2002 he is a full time figurative sculptor working mainly in bronze.
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Niizuma, Minoru, 1930-1998
- Abstract:
- Niizuma (b.1930, Tokyo) was educated in Japan and America. The sculptor was invited to Ireland for Meitheal '78, where he carried out this work. The artist was captivated by the inherent beauty in Irish stone and wished to uncover its hidden qualities. [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Fallon, Conor, 1939-2007
- Abstract:
- Fallon drew inspiration from nature and particularly wild life. The Chanticleer or cockerel is mentioned in Chaucer's CanterburyTales as the finest of its breed and the inherent pride of the bird is reflected in Fallon's use of material. [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Ellis, Jason, 1965-
- Abstract:
- Ellis (b.1965, Cornwall, England) studied sculpture in England and trained as a conservator. He moved to Ireland in 1994 and set up a successful conservation practice. Since 2007 he has devoted himself full-time to making sculpture. The work, over 7 metres high, was commissioned for the Roebuck... [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Brennan, Colm
- Abstract:
- Brennan (b.1943, Mayo) was a founding member of the Sculptors' Society of Ireland and is a director of CAST Bronze Foundry, Dublin. The first version of this work was made at a Steel Symposium in 1983 held at the Arklow shipbuilding yard. The massive series of interlocating discs were originally... [ … ]
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- Type/Format:
- Art original
- Publisher:
- UCD Library, University College Dublin
- Contributors:
- Hoban, Vincent — Fallon, Conor, 1939-2007
- Abstract:
- Fallon (b.1939, Wexford–d.2007) was one of the country's best known sculptors of animals. In his work the influence of synthetic cubism is evident, as is Fallon's interest in the ancient art of the classical world. Like Moelwyn Merchant, whose work is also in the collection, he was friendly with... [ … ]
