A glimpse of moonlit Irish life, captured in shadow and silver light—bring it back with you.
The Poachers
This haunting nocturne captures three figures moving through darkness beneath a full moon, their story told in stolen glances and careful steps. James Arthur O'Connor painted this around the 1830s, when such scenes reflected the quiet rebellions of rural Ireland. The National Gallery of Ireland holds the original—now you can bring this moment of defiance and mystery home.
About the Artist
James Arthur O'Connor (1792–1841) was one of Ireland's finest Romantic painters, known for landscapes that moved between wild beauty and intimate human drama. He spent much of his career painting Irish scenes with a brooding intensity that matched the land itself. O'Connor's work bridges the gap between grand landscape tradition and deeply personal storytelling.
Why This Print?
Housed in the National Gallery of Ireland—a cornerstone of Irish artistic heritage
A rare glimpse into 19th-century rural Irish life, told through shadow and symbolism
For anyone who feels the pull of moonlit Irish nights and stories untold
Collector's Edition Quality
Archival giclee inks — gallery-grade, fade-resistant, built to last a lifetime
Heavyweight museum paper — off-white, uncoated, with exceptional colour depth
FSC-certified frames — oak, ash or black hardwood, ready to hang
Colour-verified against the original for accuracy
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Shipping
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