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Former Munster lock Hayes and Cairns named AIL top try-scorers

Cork Constitution second-row Brian Hayes and Ballynahinch winger Aaron Cairns will share the honour of top try-scorer in the 2019/20 Energia All-Ireland League.

Mon, 27 Apr, 2020

Under the hammer: Your guide to upcoming auctions

The annual Members Exhibition now underway at the Lavit Gallery in Cork features 92 works from 72 artists.The exhibition runs until March 7.

Sat, 22 Feb, 2020

Don’t assume that the art market exists only for the rich

Millions of euro of Irish art will change hands in coming weeks, with prices to suit everyone, writes Des O’Sullivan.

Sun, 17 Nov, 2019

Energia All-Ireland League weekend round-up: Cork Con come good in last 10 mins

Cork Constitution came good during the final 10 minutes to overcome Terenure College 13-10 at Lakelands Park and move top of Energia All-Ireland League Division 1A.

Sun, 03 Nov, 2019

The West will be awake to the chorus of 'going, going, gone'

A favourite haunt of artists, Achill Island sets the scene for an auction on Sunday. Des O’Sullivan reports.

Sat, 10 Aug, 2019

Go west for paintings, furniture, handbags and even a shotgun

Des O’Sullivan previews the August bank holiday weekend auctions in Ballyconneely, Connemara.

Sat, 03 Aug, 2019

Anyone for a vintage cocktail shaker in Temperance Hall?

Des O’Sullivan previews two sales in Co Cork featuring everything from fine furniture to modern Irish art.

Thu, 25 Jul, 2019

KSNPM opens Cork office as city enters an era of major investment

A surge in property development across residential, commercial, educational and other sectors has led Dublin-based KSN Project Management to open a new Cork office.

Thu, 20 Jun, 2019

Big names from art world in the picture for Easter auction

The sale of 400 lots in Connemara tomorrow promises to be a crowd-puller, says Des O’Sullivan.

Sat, 20 Apr, 2019

All-Ireland League - Division 1A/1B Round-Up

Ireland Under-20 Grand Slam winner Rob Russell got among the tries as Dublin University claimed the scalp of All-Ireland League leaders Cork Constitution to take a step closer to a historic semi-final place.

Sun, 24 Mar, 2019

Anastasia murder: Boy, 13, charged

A boy aged 13 has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with the murder of schoolgirl Anastasia Kriegel, who was found dead last week in a derelict house in Dublin.

Sat, 26 May, 2018

Final four scramble for Division 1A decider slot

Cork Constitution’s form in the capital has not been great this season - four losses in six trips - but a repeat of last April’s 19-16 semi-final win at Lansdowne would do nicely when they visit Terenure College this afternoon.

Sat, 28 Apr, 2018

Gerry Hurley hails effort as Cork Con hit second spot behind Lansdowne

Cork Constitution 26 Buccaneers 0: Gerry Hurley was thrilled to have participated in one of Cork Constitution’s most impressive Ulster Bank League performances of the season at Temple Hill on Saturday.

Mon, 08 Jan, 2018

Appeal for information on violent sexual assault

Gardaí in Dublin say even a seemingly insignificant piece of information could be the final piece in the jigsaw that solves the case of a violent and prolonged sexual assault that took place in Clondalkin in July 2016.

Tue, 19 Dec, 2017

Inquest hears how man was shot dead in front of wife and child in Dublin

A child cowered under the table with the family dog as a 46-year-old man was shot dead in his home.

Wed, 29 Nov, 2017

Scott Deasy returns to haunt Cork Con

Lansdowne 24 Cork Constitution 10: Scott Deasy came back to scupper his former club on the Aviva Stadium’s back pitch yesterday as Lansdowne earned a 24-10 win over Ulster Bank League champions Cork Constitution.

Mon, 09 Oct, 2017

Graham Norton study at art auction

Morgan O’Driscoll’s sale is on view all weekend, writes Des O’Sullivan

Sat, 05 Aug, 2017

Connemara auction sure to attract wide range of collectors

Painting, sculptures, antique furniture and fashion all feature this bank holiday, writes Des O’Sullivan

Sat, 05 Aug, 2017

Work by artist James Mahony at auction

‘The Blessing of the Fleet’ is a highlight of sale, says Des O’Sullivan

Sat, 01 Jul, 2017

Son of John Gilligan's bodyguard watched on CCTV as father shot in garden, inquest hears

The son of a man shot dead in his garden saw the gunman shooting on CCTV an inquest has heard.

Wed, 31 May, 2017

A cheerful bank-holiday scene by Kernoff at Dolan’s auction

Art and antique auction is full of interesting, mostly contemporary paintings, writes Des O’Sullivan.

Sat, 29 Apr, 2017

Art, collectables and furniture to tempt imaginative collectors

Des O’Sullivan says everything from All-Ireland programmes to African art are on offer in two auctions.

Sat, 04 Mar, 2017

Bargains galore to be had at auctions in the south this week

Des O’Sullivan says there’s great value to be had at sales this week including two in Cork and Waterford.

Sat, 04 Feb, 2017

Jack B Yeats cartoons set to be a big draw at Cork Auction Rooms

Sales at Cork Auction Rooms tomorrow and Woodwards next Saturday (February 4) will keep auction goers in Cork busy next week.

Sat, 28 Jan, 2017

Trump and Brexit uncertainty presents golden opportunity for art investors

Des O’Sullivan reports on Irish sales which offer a choice of art and collectibles.

Sat, 21 Jan, 2017

Striking art and interiors at Hegarty’s auction

Des O’Sullivan previews a 50-lot sale including silver and furniture.

Sat, 10 Dec, 2016

Antique and fine arts: McGuinness collection on auction at Hegarty’s

Des O’Sullivan says sale includes superb collection of Irish 18th century furniture and international art.    

Sat, 15 Oct, 2016

Furniture, art, and collectibles to feature at Cork auctions

Des O’Sullivan takes a look at the lots on offer in sales at Hegarty’s in Bandon and Woodward’s in Cork City.

Sat, 10 Sep, 2016

Antique in brief

ANTIQUE FAIR

Sat, 10 Sep, 2016

Two-day antiques auction in Connemara over bank holiday weekend

At the height of summer comes this art and antiques auction, writes Des O’Sullivan.    

Sat, 30 Jul, 2016

Plenty to choose from this weekend in Bandon, Dublin and Rosslare

Collectors have plenty to choose from this May Bank Holiday weekend.

Sat, 30 Apr, 2016

Irish art in abundance at Dublin, Rosslare sales

Summer sales season getting into swing, writes Des O’Sullivan.

Sat, 23 Apr, 2016

Clontarf set for home advantage in play-offs

Clontarf are odds-on for home advantage in the Ulster Bank League play-offs after hammering bottom side Ballynahinch 31-13 at Ballymacarn Park on Saturday.

Mon, 07 Mar, 2016

Cork silver, netsuke, bog oak and more at major antiques fair

Des O’Sullivan says there will be a focus on antique furniture from north and south of the border at Cork fair.

Sat, 30 Jan, 2016

Irish artists to fore in Skibbereen sale

Des O’Sullivan looks at the latest list of artists for O’Driscoll’s online sale.    

Sat, 16 Jan, 2016

Historic Cork photographs are the top lot at Dolan’s auction

Des O’Sullivan says the Lawrence collection and a good selection of affordable art are the draw at Sunday sale. 

Sat, 09 Jan, 2016

Katie Taylor's gloves among the many attractions at Dolan’s Limerick sale

Rare comics, as well as gloves signed by Katie Taylor, Andy Lee and Bernard Dunne are on offer at Dolan’s Limerick sale, writes Des O’Sullivan. 

Sat, 21 Nov, 2015

Plenty to whet the appetite at the National Antique, Art and Vintage Fair in Limerick

Des O’Sullivan says this two-day event can be tremendous fun and can bring out the hunter in collectors.    

Sat, 14 Nov, 2015

Antique furniture at Hegarty’s in Bandon

Des O’Sullivan on the sale of historic Irish documents and paintings.

Sat, 26 Sep, 2015

Choice is yours at August weekend auctions and art fairs

Des O’Sullivan reports on a three day flurry of art and antique events around the country this bank holiday.

Sat, 01 Aug, 2015

Lots of interest at Kelly’s auction

Billed by Dolan’s as the first of the big summer marquee auctions, the antiques and collectibles sale at Kelly’s Resort Hotel, Rosslare, at 1pm tomorrow offers much to interest collectors.

Sat, 02 May, 2015

Affordability the key at Adam sale of important Irish art

Des O’Sullivan says a 1936 oil by Jack B Yeats, ‘Hearing The Nightingale’, is exciting featured lot.

Sat, 28 Mar, 2015

It’s January — it’s Dolan’s Cork sale

Auction includes a number of lots from Tulira Castle, says <B>Des O’Sullivan.</b>

Sat, 10 Jan, 2015

Tierney hails Con pair

Terenure College 7 Cork Constitution 21

Mon, 05 Jan, 2015

Wexford boys have extra edge

Good Counsel (Wexford) 0-22 Midleton CBS (Cork) 0-15 (after extra-time)

Mon, 01 Dec, 2014

Yeats, Henry, Osborne works feature in important Irish sales

Des O’Sullivan reports on a major sale of Irish art which includes a widely exhibited painting by Jack Yeats.

Sat, 29 Nov, 2014

Luxford collection gets stamp of approval

A diverse collection will draw the crowds to Woodward’s sale today, writes Des O’Sullivan.

Sun, 01 Dec, 2013

Monday’s sale has much to tempt

THOSE in need of a fix at this fallow time of year for auctions can always head west.

Sun, 04 Aug, 2013

Erard piano is top lot at private collections sale

The contents of four Dublin houses will offer a wide range of items, including rare collectibles, writes Des O’Sullivan.

Sun, 16 Jun, 2013

Cresswell collection includes interesting lots

A regency rent table is among the feature lots at Hegarty’s sale in Bandon on Sunday week (Apr 7) at 4pm. The auction will feature a collection from Ummera House, Timoleague, home to the Cresswell family. It was amassed over two generations.

Sun, 31 Mar, 2013