Fifty views of Ireland, Dublin
1985. Commissioned and published by National Gallery of Ireland.
Out of print
Topographical paintings and watercolours in the National Gallery of Ireland collection with a brief description of the artist, the work and the location. One in a series of publications designed to research the collection and to bring highlights to public attention.
Co-author: written with Catherine’s colleague, Ann Maher.
Other commissions by Catherine
A short, illustrated history of pets in Australia to accompany the release of postage stamps celebrating the domestic pets kept by Australians.
“Dublin Zoo: An Illustrated History, by Catherine de Courcy is lavishly illustrated with lovely photographs of animals and people – and her text is peppered with interesting stories….”
A private commission that covers the history of an innovative pallet network that operates throughout Ireland and links to a British pallet network. With stories about each of the 24 companies contributing to the network, this book gives an interesting insight into the history of the Irish haulage industry.
A beautifully illustrated book about the elephants of Dublin Zoo for a young audience with paintings by Cathy Callan.
Topographical paintings and watercolours in the National Gallery of Ireland collection with a brief description of the artist, the work and the location. One in a series of publications designed to research the collection and to bring highlights to public attention.
The politics and drama behind the foundation of the National Gallery of Ireland and the construction of what is probably the earliest reinforced concrete building in Ireland.
“Dublin Zoo: An Illustrated History, by Catherine de Courcy is lavishly illustrated with lovely photographs of animals and people – and her text is peppered with interesting stories….”
A short, illustrated history of Australian zoos to accompany the release of a colourful collection of wildlife postage stamps.