House of Art, a new documentary which explores some of the key portraits hanging in Leinster House, will be broadcast tonight at 8pm on Oireachtas TV.
In the programme, renowned Irish artist and president of the RHA, Mick O’Dea, takes viewers on a remarkable journey through the halls of the nation’s seat of parliament to view these rarely seen artworks.
Three centuries of Ireland’s history and a century of Ireland’s art history are told through the artworks that hang on the walls of Leinster House. The paintings featured include the portraits of Ireland’s Taoisigh, uncovering the stories behind the paintings.
O’Dea also shares intimate insights from his studio, as he completes a commission of President Michael D. Higgins.
House of Art is produced and directed by Red Shoe Productions in association with Oireachtas TV and the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland.
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