Portrait of Kathleen Behan – Sarah Purser Collector’s Edition Print
Portrait of Kathleen Behan – Sarah Purser Collector’s Edition Print
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Bring home the fierce spirit of an Irish mother who raised a literary legend.
Portrait of Kathleen Behan by Sarah Purser
This portrait captures the dignified strength of Kathleen Behan, mother of the celebrated writer Brendan Behan, painted by one of Ireland's greatest portraitists. Created in the early 20th century, Sarah Purser's work hangs in the National Gallery of Ireland as a testament to her mastery of character and light. This is your chance to bring it home.
About the Artist
Sarah Henrietta Purser (1848–1943) was a Dublin-born painter who became one of Ireland's most sought-after portrait artists. She founded An Túr Gloine, an influential stained-glass studio that shaped Irish artistic culture. Purser had a gift for revealing the inner life of her subjects—their intelligence, resilience, and humanity shine through every brushstroke.
Why This Print?
- Housed in the National Gallery of Ireland, a treasure of Irish cultural heritage
- A study in quiet strength—Purser captures Kathleen's intelligence and character with remarkable depth
- A connection to Dublin's literary legacy and the mothers who shaped it
Collector's Edition Quality
- Archival giclee inks — gallery-grade, fade-resistant, built to last a lifetime
- Heavyweight museum paper — off-white, uncoated, with exceptional colour depth
- FSC-certified frames — oak, ash or black hardwood, ready to hang
- Colour-verified against the original for accuracy
- 30-day quality guarantee
Shipping
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