An auction that will turn a global spotlight on Ireland is one to look out for this year, says Des O’Sullivan.

Getting familiar with the art scene and deciding who and what to buy can be challenging for a newcomer, but there’s plenty of information and hand-holding available, writes Carol O’Callaghan.

The Irish artist created an intriguing story about paintings of his lover Yvonne Aubicq, writes Des O’Sullivan.

A NEWLY-discovered copy of the Irish proclamation of independence will go up for auction at Sotheby’s next month.