James Arthur O’Connor

Romantic Landscapes, Atmosphere & the Irish Sublime

Museum-quality reproductions celebrating the work of James Arthur O’Connor (1792–1841), one of Ireland’s most important Romantic landscape painters. Renowned for his dramatic skies, expansive vistas, and emotionally charged depictions of the natural world, O’Connor’s work occupies a central place in the development of Irish landscape painting.

Cultural Narrative

Born in Dublin, James Arthur O’Connor was a pioneering figure in early 19th-century Irish art, working at a time when landscape painting was emerging as a serious artistic discipline. Deeply influenced by Romanticism, his paintings reflect a profound engagement with nature, mood, and the changing Irish landscape.

O’Connor’s work is characterised by expressive brushwork, powerful contrasts of light and shadow, and a heightened sense of atmosphere. From moonlit scenes and storm-lashed valleys to tranquil woodland views, his paintings convey both the physical grandeur of Ireland and the emotional intensity of the Romantic era.

Buying Reassurance

Each artwork in the James Arthur O’Connor Collection is reproduced as a museum-quality giclée print, created for long-term enjoyment and conservation-grade display.

  • Archival pigment inks for exceptional colour fidelity and longevity
  • Premium heavyweight, acid-free, FSC-certified archival paper
  • Available framed or unframed to suit classic and contemporary interiors
  • Carefully curated to preserve O’Connor’s atmospheric depth and painterly texture
  • Free worldwide shipping with no hidden fees
A View of the Glen of the Dargle by Irish Artist James Arthur O'Connor