Large and spectacular Harry Clarke watercolour at James Adam art sale

The sale offers a highly desirable selection by stalwarts, writes Des O'Sullivan

'The Lady of the Decoration' by Harry Clarke at Adams.

The largest and most spectacular ink and watercolour by Harry Clarke highlights a collection of important works on paper by the artist at the James Adam sale of Important Irish Art on the evening of Wednesday, September 24. 

Commissioned by the Glasgow-based paint manufacturers John Duthie and Sons for a wall calendar, The Lady of the Decoration was executed in 1914 and carries an estimate of €60,000-€80,000.