FELIM EGAN (1952 – 2020) – CANARY (2007). UPDATE: THIS WAS UNSOLD
This meditative composition by Felim Egan is lot 20 at Sheppards Irish and International art sale on May 14. The restrained geometry and tonal shifts create an atmosphere of stillness—typical of Egan’s singular contribution to Irish abstraction. The surface is finely worked, suggesting multiple veils of pigment applied over time. His minimalist compositions, built up in semi-translucent layers, earned him international recognition. The artist received the Gold Award at Cagnes-sur-Mer and his work is held in collections such as the Irish Museum of Modern Art and the European Parliament. This acrylic on canvas is estimated at €3,000-€5,000. There are 166 lots in the auction and the catalogue is online.