Leonora Carrington’s Irish Roots in Art | Ireland News

Leonora Carrington, the surrealist artist with deep Irish roots, has just gifted Ireland two haunting masterpieces — one untitled, the other “The High Queen of Ireland” — both painted in the 1940s. Born in Britain but raised in Moate, her Celtic heritage seeped into every brushstroke, even after she fled to Mexico in 1942. Her art, described as brewed rather than painted, fused Mayan mysticism with Irish folklore, creating a dreamlike world that felt ancient and alive. Though she battled mental health struggles during wartime, Mexico became her sanctuary and creative peak. Now, IMMA’s new acquisitions prove Ireland’s enduring claim on this visionary artist — whose imagination was forever shaped by the myths and magic of home. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/183cfa991f525c8d