Across the Bitter Sea is a collection of new works in bronze by renowned sculptor John Behan, now on at The Kenny Gallery in Liosbán.

The exhibition includes striking new versions of Behan’s iconic famine ship and features explorations of Ukrainian migrant themes. While it is primarily a continuation of his important ‘migrants’ work, classic Behans will also be exhibited in the form of flights of birds and bulls.

Perhaps Ireland’s pre-eminent artist in his medium, the artist recently featured in a major film documentary biography by Donald Taylor Black, which was shown at this year’s Galway Film Fleadh. 2023 also sees the celebration of Behan’s exhibiting at Kennys for 50 years.

The exhibition runs until October 24th at The Kenny Gallery (Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm) and online at www.thekennygallery.ie. All of the pieces are for sale and any enquiries can be sent to Dean at art@kennys.ie.

Photo of John Behan, Famine Ship, Bronze, 18x18x10in, Courtesy of The Kenny Gallery