Friends of the Hunt Museum Annual Raffle 2025 - 1 Ticket

1st Prize: ‘Coalescence’ Framed Carborundum Collograph Print, 98cm x 118cm by Ailbhe Barrett  (proof from an edition of 12). 

Ailbhe Barrett is a visual artist originally from Co. Limerick and now based in Dublin. She has exhibited nationally and internationally, working in both printmaking and painting. 

As a landscape painter working mainly in oils, Ailbhe developed a liking for the scope of the large canvas from a young age. At a later stage she studied printmaking in Limerick Printmakers and Graphic Studio Dublin, where etching and carborundum printmaking became a significant part of her practice. Ailbhe continues creating work in both paint and print, constantly exploring the relationship between both. Donated by the artist. If you would like to see more of Ailbhe Barretts stunning work please visit www.ailbhebarrett.com or instagram: @ailbhebarrett 

Carborundum printmaking is a collagraph process in which the image is created directly on the plate by applying an abrasive grit (Carborundum) mixed with an acrylic medium or glue. Once dried, it forms areas of texture or line which is then inked intaglio, relief or both. 

2nd Prize: An outstanding Irish silver sugar castor, manufactured in 1895. 

This wonderful piece has a cornucopia shaped body, supported on twin legs and a mythological beast terminal at the base. There is an applied and elegant loop handle and an elaborately pierced lid, with a screw fitting. The gauge of the silver is superb and the interior is fully gilded. 

A truly remarkable example of Irish Silver. Maker:-Edmund Johnson Ltd. Donated by the Friends of the Hunt Museum Silver Circle.

Tickets €5 each, or €20 for a book of 5

Proceeds go to the Hunt Museum 

Education and Collections Programme

Raffle Draw taking place 11th December 2025

Please note: Winners must collect their prize from the Hunt Museum before 5pm on Tuesday 23rd December 2025.

Lottery Permit No.: LN_48-405033/24