Daniel Maclise

History, Literature & Irish Romantic Imagination

Museum-quality reproductions celebrating the work of Daniel Maclise (1806–1870), one of Ireland’s greatest historical and literary painters of the 19th century. Renowned for his dramatic compositions, narrative intensity, and technical mastery, Maclise’s work brings Irish legend, medieval history, and literary culture vividly to life.

Cultural Narrative

Born in Cork and rising to prominence in London, Daniel Maclise became one of the defining artistic voices of Irish Romanticism. His paintings explore themes of national identity, mythology, and historical memory, drawing deeply from Irish legend, medieval history, and classical literature.

Maclise is celebrated for his theatrical sense of composition, expressive figures, and meticulous attention to detail. Monumental works such as The Marriage of Strongbow and Aoife and The Death of Nelson demonstrate his ability to fuse storytelling, emotion, and historical scholarship into powerful visual narratives that remain central to Ireland’s cultural heritage.

Buying Reassurance

Each artwork in the Daniel Maclise Collection is reproduced as a museum-quality giclée print, created to honour the scale, drama, and detail of the original works.

  • Archival pigment inks for exceptional colour depth and longevity
  • Premium heavyweight, acid-free, FSC-certified archival paper
  • Available framed or unframed to suit traditional and contemporary interiors
  • Carefully curated to preserve Maclise’s composition, symbolism, and narrative clarity
  • Free worldwide shipping with no hidden fees
Daniel Maclise