Lot description
Felix Runcie Kelly (1914, New Zealand-1994, Devon England). Castlehyde House. Oil on board, signed "Felix Kelly 54" (21.625 x 27.75 inches). Frame; H: 30.25 in., W: 36.375 in., D: 2.5 in. Castlehyde is a townland and estate located in County Cork, Ireland. The manor house, Castlehyde House, was built in about 1801 by the architect Hargrave of Cork, for John Hyde, MP. Douglas Hyde, founder of the Gaelic League and first Irish president, was a descendent of the family. It is now owned by the Irish musician and dancer Michael Flatley, who created Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, Feet of Flames and Celtic Tiger Live.