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Liam Treacy (1934-2004)
Flower Seller, Liffey Street
Oil on board, 40 x 50cm (15¾ x 19¾”)
Signed
€1,000 - 1,500
Liam Treacy was a native of Avoca, Co. Wicklow, where his family on both sides lived
for many generations. During his early years Liam showed a strong interest in drawing
and was encouraged and influenced by his brother Sean. He began his career in the 1950s
with a solo-exhibition at the James Gallery, Co Dublin. He went on to exhibit regularly in
Ireland, including featuring frequently at the Wexford Opera Festival.
At the time, Liam was employed as a sign and letter writer for Brennan’s Bakery in Arklow.
His paintings were so sought-after however, that in 1978, he decided to work full-time
as a professional artist. A distinctive painter, Liam was a regular contributor to exhibi-
tions in galleries across the length and breath of Ireland.Throughout his career, he taught
night classes in Arklow Community College; Abbey Community College, Wicklow; and
at Shelton Abbey Open Detention Centre.