Fine Arts

Paris art sale celebrates cultural connections between Ireland and France

Arabella Bishop and Charlie Minter of Sotheby’s discuss the evolution of Irish art, the forthcoming Irish Art Sale and their tips for budding collectors

Arabella Bishop, senior director and head of Sotheby’s Ireland: ‘Always buy what you love – in that way you can truly enjoy your artwork’

When did Sotheby’s start their dedicated Irish Art sale?

In 1995, when we became the first auction house in London to hold a sale dedicated to Irish works of art.

How has the market and demand for Irish art evolved since then?

Giving the sale its own platform and category certainly boosted its profile; coinciding with the Celtic Tiger days, the market grew rapidly. There was of course a correction following the economic recession, but ...