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Rising from the mists of Irish legend, The Hag of Carrigogunnell is a richly detailed illustration inspired by one of Ireland’s most haunting folktales. This intricate work blends mythology, nature, and gothic atmosphere, inviting the viewer into a tangled world where history and superstition intertwine.

Set against the ruins of Carrigogunnell Castle in the background, the fearsome figure of the hag emerges from a lush thicket of ferns, leaves, and mushrooms. Her piercing gaze searches for you, unsettling yet mesmerising, as a crow perches at her side, perhaps a familiar or omen, possibly both. Elements of death, rebirth, and the wildness of the Irish landscape pulse through the piece, rendered in ink on 140lb watercolour paper.

This piece is ideal for collectors who appreciate narrative art, folklore, or a touch of the macabre. Whether hung in a modern space or alongside other myth-inspired works, it brings a bold storytelling presence to any room.

It is presently unframed and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Materials used:

ink on watercolor paper

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The Hag of Carrigogunnell (2025) Ink drawing
by Terri Smith

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Rising from the mists of Irish legend, The Hag of Carrigogunnell is a richly detailed illustration inspired by one of Ireland’s most haunting folktales. This intricate work blends mythology, nature, and gothic atmosphere, inviting the viewer into a tangled world where history and superstition intertwine.

Set against the ruins of Carrigogunnell Castle in the background, the fearsome figure of the hag emerges from a lush thicket of ferns, leaves, and mushrooms. Her piercing gaze searches for you, unsettling yet mesmerising, as a crow perches at her side, perhaps a familiar or omen, possibly both. Elements of death, rebirth, and the wildness of the Irish landscape pulse through the piece, rendered in ink on 140lb watercolour paper.

This piece is ideal for collectors who appreciate narrative art, folklore, or a touch of the macabre. Whether hung in a modern space or alongside other myth-inspired works, it brings a bold storytelling presence to any room.

It is presently unframed and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Materials used:

ink on watercolor paper

Tags:
#ireland #castle #gothic #ink drawing #witch #folklore #limerick #irish mythology #candle rock #carrigogunnell 
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I am a freelance illustrator and artist. My main work consists of illustration work for children's books, specific group sets of paintings for local exhibitions, and occasionally a commissioned piece.... Read more

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