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Sir Neil O'Neill

John Michael Wright, 1679

Full length portrait of Sir Neil O'Neill, Bart (circa 1658-1690), of Killyeagh (now Killead), County Antrim in Irish national dress. On his left is a hound with its collar inscribed 'Sr Neill O Neall'. On his right Japanese armour lies on the ground.

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Title of artwork, date

Sir Neil O'Neill, 1679

Date supported

1957

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

235 x 165 cm

Grant

472.5

Total cost

945

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