****** This lot has been withdrawn from sale ****** Edwin Hayes RHA RI ROI (1819-1904) Roche's Point with Shipping at the Entrance to Cork Harbour Oil on canvas, 25.5 x 43cm (10 x 17'') Signed...

****** This lot has been withdrawn from sale ****** Edwin Hayes RHA RI ROI (1819-1904) Roche's Point with Shipping at the Entrance to Cork Harbour Oil on canvas, 25.5 x 43cm (10 x 17'') Signed and dated 1851 Edwin Hayes is undoubtedly Ireland's most dedicated and talented marine painter, with an output spanning over 60 years. His knowledge of the sea and of ships, and his equal interest in these two elements brings a realism and life to his work which is unmatched. The Pilot cutter in the foreground is running out of Cork Harbour, passing Roche's Point Lighthouse, with shipping in the background, and the forts of Carlisle and Camden just visible. Presumably on its way to transfer the Cork pilot to a ship waiting to enter harbour. The cutter is using a temporary rigged square sail, evidenced by the top and bottom yards, which has been rigged to take advantage of the wind on the stern. The boat is also flying the red ensign, which is now commonly known as the ensign carried by British registered commercial shipping, however in 1851, the date of this work, the red ensign was carried by Royal Navy vessels from the red fleet. In addition the Royal Cork Yacht Club, also flew a red ensign at this time. This view of Cork Harbour, is one of Hayes's very few views of this part of Ireland. The R.H.A records list few Cork titles, and none after 1851.

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