FRANK MCKELVEY, R.H.A., R.U.A. | Marble Hill Strand, Co. Donegal

Cynthia O’Connor & Co. Dublin, 1991

The board appears to be sound. There is a minor hairline crack towards the upper left edge; otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. UV light reveals a small area of retouching to the above mentioned crack and a few further minor areas of infilling to the beach and the foreground. Held in a gilt moulded frame, ready to hang.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Frank McKelvey was born in Belfast and studied at the Belfast School of Art. Along with Paul Henry and James Humbert Craig (see lots 7 and 99), they belonged to a group of Northern artist who made their reputations painting the Irish landscape. The beautiful coastline of Co. Donegal inspired McKelvey to paint a series of seascapes, here the artist capturing the expansive beach of Marble Hill under a billowing summer's sky. Recognised in his lifetime, McKelvey became a member of the Royal Hibernian Academy and was amongst the first Academicians of the Royal Ulster Academy.