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The Holy Well
Daniel Maclise, born 1806 - died 1870 - Enlarge image
The Holy Well
- Object:
Drawing
- Place of origin:
Ireland (possibly, made)
- Date:
1827 (made)
- Artist/Maker:
Daniel Maclise, born 1806 - died 1870 (artist)
- Materials and Techniques:
Pen and ink
- Credit Line:
Bequeathed by John Forster
- Museum number:
F.88:297
- Gallery location:
Prints & Drawings Study Room, level F, case PD, shelf 35, box B
The illustration is said to represent Ronogue's Well near Cork. Pilgrimages to holy wells have always been a feature of Irish religious life. This drawing by Maclise is typical of his scenes of Irish local life, usually containing an element of caricature similar to that found in contemporary satirical prints.
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