For auction: London portrait of Michael Collins in the frame

Rare collectibles lead the charge at sales in Ireland next week, writes Des O'Sullivan

This Lafayette portrait of Michael Collins, photographed on a balcony in London, will be auctioned at Fonsie Mealy.

A full-length portrait of Michael Collins will create interest at Fonsie Mealy's rare book and collectors' sale in Castlecomer on Wednesday and Thursday (April 30, May 1). 

Collins, who has a moustache in this picture, is photographed standing on a balcony in London.