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It is joined by Wind and Sea by Paddy Campbell, which reaches 4.3m. The pieces have a combined value of almost \u00a3800,000 and weigh around 2 tonnes each.<\/p>\n
Art and Soul, curated by Gormleys, is the largest ever sculpture exhibition to take place on the island of Ireland and runs until September 10.<\/p>\n
The free event will feature a major outdoor exhibition of 80 large sculptures and installations set throughout 12 acres of landscaped grounds.<\/p>\n
More than 280 works by international artists alongside a host of artists from Northern Ireland including Stephen Johnston, Jane Rainey, Stephen Forbes and Ian Cumberland and leading Irish sculptors Patrick O\u2019Reilly, Ian Pollock, Bob Quinn, Sandra Bell, Eamonn Ceannt, John Fitzgerald, Anthony Scott and Orla De Br\u00ed, are on display.<\/p>\n
It also includes exhibitions by renowned Irish artists Martin Mooney, Maser, Peter Monaghan, Gordon Harris and Stephen Forbes.<\/p>\n
The hotel\u2019s interior is displaying 100 artworks by some of the world\u2019s best-known artists, including Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Robert Indiana, Damien Hirst, Salvador Dali and Banksy.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are delighted to return this fair to the Culloden, where it first began,\u201d said Oliver Gormley of Gormleys.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt gives art lovers a unique opportunity to view these incredible works in the beautiful surroundings of the estate.\u201d<\/p>\n
All works will be for sale, with prices ranging from \u00a31,000 to \u00a3425,000. Art and Soul 2023 will mark ten years of Gormleys events at the five-star Culloden.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have been hosting this internationally acclaimed event for over a decade, in partnership\u00a0with Gormleys Fine Art, and are delighted to once again exhibit\u00a0some of the most impressive pieces from world-renowned\u00a0artists – as well as a host of local talent,\u201d said Howard Hastings, chairman of Hastings Hotels.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis edition of Art and Soul is a true exhibition of brilliance with works by celebrated artists.<\/p>\n
Once again, we are supporting local artists\u00a0across Northern Ireland too – and I’m proud to shine a light on the talent we have right on our doorstep, enabling them to share centre stage with some of the world’s most celebrated artists.\u201d<\/p>\n
To celebrate the event, the Culloden Estate and Spa is offering deals on breaks and dining, including an Art and Soul \u2018Sip and See\u2019 package from \u00a3390 per night for two, including accommodation, breakfast, champagne and canap\u00e9s in the Bollinger champagne garden.<\/p>\n
An afternoon tea among the artwork, Fancies with Fine Art, and an Art and Soul tasting menu in the Culloden\u2019s fine dining restaurant Vespers are also offered by the five star estate.<\/p>\n
During the event, there will be a programme of artists\u2019 talks and daily guided tours.<\/p>\n
Art and Soul is supported by Ards and North Down Borough Council and will be open to the public daily from 11am\u20137pm.<\/p>\n
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