About the Artists' Database
The Artists' Database was compiled in order to improve public access to the Library's extensive information files on 20th century and contemporary Irish artists. It is a reference database that contains basic biographical and work details on each artist. It is important to realise that the records are a summary of the information held in each artist file. These files contain exhibition catalogues, newspaper cuttings and ephemera on over 3,500 artists born or based in Ireland. A visit to the Library is recommended to researchers seeking a comprehensive view of the actual files.
This ongoing project, which began in 1999, was assisted by Heritage Council funding and is co-ordinated by the administrator of the National Irish Visual Arts Library. Advice and assistance was given by the Visual Arts Data Service (VADS) at the University of Surrey.
These electronic artist records have been abstracted from the information contained in the hard copy files held in the Library. Although we have endeavoured to ensure the information is correct, it is inevitable, given the diverse sources of information, that some inaccuracies may occur. Changes and updates are made on an ongoing basis and the Library welcomes criticism, suggestions, and donations of relevant material.
©2006 National Irish Visual Arts Library, National College of Art & Design
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