One of a pair of gilded wood and gesso mirrors made circa 1750 for the dining room at Russborough House. Commissioned by the 1st Earl of Milltown, these mirrors were made by an unknown Irish maker. National Gallery of Ireland Collection.
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for those who missed seeing this journalist get rightfully ratio'd, a couple of excellently medieval replies
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The pedimented mantel in the hall comes from Ardgillan in County Dublin and is made of Kilkenny marble. Combined with the arms of the Gorges family of County Meath, set within, it provides a focal point in the hall and a fine setting for the fire that burns continuously through the winter months.
In an Irish House, 1988
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John, 25
“I’m a designer and I’m wearing a completely green outfit inspired by my motherland Ireland. I made the top out of scrap fabric from the floor of my studio (instead of throwing it away). The shorts and blazer are thrifted. I am inspired by historical fashions but finding ways to make them new.”
Sep 7, 2023 ∙ West Village
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Richard M. Welldam
My contribution to the PPT community: It's everyone's favourite grumpy Playtime Co. man!!!
I adore him + Close ups!
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The staircase at Castletown House, Kildare, Ireland.
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The kitchen is set for lunch with Tiffany plates and Italian dessert plates, both sets hand-painted, and glasses hand-blown by Simon Pearce. Irish Sugan chairs are covered in fabric from Soulieado. The painting of a small girl above the settle is by Gustavo Montoya, a Mexican artist.
In an Irish House, 1988
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Dogs; a picture book of pure breeds. 1940. Endpaper.
Internet Archive
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i cant get over how perfect Grian's name is for him, like. It means the Sun in Irish, and slang for trolling/pranking in Thai
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Fionn mac Cumhaill aka Finn McCool
Because who doesn't love a legendary hero with a magic thumb
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