Joseph Patrick Haverty

Joseph Patrick Haverty RHA (1794 – July 27, 1864) was an Irish painter.

Biography

A native of Galway City, Haverty was first recognized in 1814 after sending a painting to the Hibernian Society of Artists. His 1844 piece, The Limerick Piper, became one of the most famous 19th century lithographs. The work features Patrick O'Brien, a blind Gaelic piper from Labasheeda, popularized by Haverty's painting.[1] He painted genre scenes, landscapes, and portraits, a fine example of the latter features Daniel O’Connell. Haverty died of edema on July 27, 1864 following a long illness, and was buried at Glasnevin Cemetery.[2] In November 2003, one of Haverty's paintings sold for a record €227,000 at one of Christie's auctions of Irish art.[3]

His brother was the author, Martin Haverty.

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References

  1. ^ [1] Haverty at Whytes Auctioneers. Retrieved Oct. 03, 2007.
  2. ^ Strickland, Henry G. A Dictionary of Irish Artists. Maunsel & Company, Limited, Dublin and London. 1913. Pg. 453-54. Retrieved Mar. 25, 2008.
  3. ^ [2] Haverty at Visual Arts Cork. 2008-2009. Retrieved Jan. 10, 2009.