Derek Menary (b.1943) Autumn Light in the Grampian Region, (2002). Original Mixed Media Painting

An original mixed media painting by acclaimed Irish contemporary artist Derek Menary (b.1943), titled “Autumn Light (Grampian Region)”, created in 2002.

About the Artist

Derek Menary (b. 1943) is an established Belfast-born contemporary painter with a career spanning more than five decades. After studying at Belfast College of Art and Dartington College of Arts, he worked in theatre and television, including with BBC Television Drama Serials in London, before becoming a full-time professional artist in 1990. His background in stage design is reflected in the dramatic structure, texture and use of light that characterise his paintings.

Menary has exhibited extensively throughout the UK, Ireland, Europe and the United States, including exhibitions at the Royal Academy, Royal Ulster Academy, Royal West of England Academy, London Contemporary Art Fair, Geneva Contemporary Art Fair and Miami Art Fair. His work has also been represented by respected galleries including Tom Caldwell Gallery (Belfast), Goldmark Gallery (Rutland), Sandford Gallery (Dublin) and Jonathan Poole Fine Art (London).

Best known for his richly textured semi-abstract landscapes and distinctive Vessel Series, Menary’s work is held in numerous private collections and is recognised for its bold composition, expressive surface and contemporary aesthetic. His paintings appeal to both collectors of modern Irish art and those seeking original statement pieces for contemporary interiors.

The Artwork

This expressive landscape captures the rugged beauty of the Grampian mountains using Menary’s distinctive palette knife technique, with dramatic brushwork, rich earth tones and vibrant blues. The work has excellent texture and presence, making it an ideal statement piece for a modern home, office or gallery wall.

The painting is signed “DMenary ’02” on the reverse, with the artist’s monogram to the lower left of the image. The reverse also bears the original title, medium and auction lot number, providing excellent provenance.

Details:

Artist: Derek Menary (b.1943)
Title: Autumn Light (Grampian Region)
Date: 2002
Medium: Mixed Media on Board
Original, one-off artwork
Unframed
Approx. size: 60 × 45 cm (please verify if required)

Condition is very good overall, with minor edge wear consistent with being unframed. This does not detract from its display and would be concealed once framed.

A wonderful opportunity to acquire an original work by an established Irish artist whose paintings are held in numerous private collections.

Collection preferred. Happy to answer any questions or provide additional photographs.