Lot 302: Constance Markievicz (Gore-Booth) (1969-1927)

Constance Markievicz (Gore-Booth) (1969-1927) DEMAND HIS RELEASE! (DESIGN FOR A POSTER), 1924, mimeograph print on paper laid on card, signed in pencil with initials and dated lower right, 33 by 20cm., 13 by 7.75in. A pencil inscription in the lower margin records that this was drawn by Madam Markievicz whilst in prison. A collection of watercolours painted by Countess Markievicz whilst in Holloway Gaol were exhibited at the Daniel Egan Gallery circa 1925-6, and later sold to the National Museum of Ireland. This work was possibly intended for the republican newspaper that she wrote, illustrated, printed and circulated from prison, circa 1922.

mimeograph print on paper laid on card