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Young St Patrick

Imogen Stuart, 2003–2004

Down County Museum, Downpatrick

The figure of St. Patrick holding a staff is deeply incised so that the figure is in high relief. The artist has become the leading practitioner of religious art in Ireland in 2004. This work shows the German influence of Ernst Barlach but also the rich area of early Irish Christian imagery and iconography. Purchased by the Art Fund with the assistance of the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.

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Title of artwork, date

Young St Patrick, 2003–2004

Date supported

2004

Medium and material

Wood

Dimensions

38.1 x 20.3 x 14 cm

Grant

5689

Total cost

6615

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