The Hugh Lane Collection

The Hugh Lane Collection is a renowned collection of Irish and European art assembled by Sir Hugh Lane, an influential art dealer and collector in the early 20th century. It includes a diverse range of paintings, drawings, and prints from the 14th to 20th centuries, with a strong emphasis on Irish artists. The collection is best known for artworks by James Joyce's circle, including Irish modernists. Today, it forms the core of the Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, providing public access to significant masterpieces and fostering appreciation of Ireland’s artistic heritage.