Graham Knuttel will be launching his two new collections ‘Shady Lunch’  and ‘Hells Kitchen’ in Brown Thomas Dublin on Saturday 3rd July from 2-4pm and then in Brown Thomas Cork on Saturday 10th July from 2-4pm.

Each range consists of Cappuccino Cups, Espresso Cups, three different sized serving plates and a 35cm limited edition signing plate.

Graham describes each artwork as follows -

Hells Kitchen (pictured on the right) – It is mackerel season in Hell’s Kitchen. Tensions run high as the fish are prepared, and the customers wait in anticipation for the splendid feast.

Shady Lunch (pictured on the left) – The cafe is in Cadiz in Southern Spain. It is a hot afternoon but the shaded cafe front gives this couple a chance to resolve their differences.

We are delighted to be associated with Peter O’Brien as he is recognised as Ireland’s foremost couturier, with a global reputation. Peter has worked as a designer with Christian Dior and Givenchy and as head of design with legendary Paris fashion house Rochas. He brings a further dimension to Tipperary Crystal’s highly successful strategy of ‘innovation through design

There are four collections in the Peter O’Brien glassware range, each named by Peter from his experience in haute couture – Plisse (pleated), Garreaux (check), Rayure (stripe) and Fil (thread). Each has a set of six wine glasses and a combination of vases, bowls and votives.

According to Peter O’Brien: “I wanted what I did for Tipperary Crystal to reflect or echo my design history, without being too literal. So, rather than thinking of frocks as a starting point, I was more inspired by techniques employed in The Couture. So what was functional has become decorative. I like that idea.”

This collection is now available throughout Ireland in many leading retailers.

Tipperary Crystal is delighted to announce we has been appointed official crystal, glass and ceramics supplier of the 2011 Solheim Cup.

This premier match play competition in women’s professional golf will be played at Killeen Castle in County Meath, Ireland from Sept. 23-25.

The contract signing took place in Tipperary Crystal’s showrooms in Dublin on Thursday, 29th April. Attending the signing was one of the world’s leading women golfers, Alison Nicholas MBE, former US Open Champion and Solheim Cup European Team Captain for 2009 and 2011.

For almost a quarter of a centuryTipperary Crystal has been synonymous in producing magnificent crystal designs for memorable occasions.  Declan Fearon -Managing Director says “when asked if we would be the official crystal trophy supplier the response was an overwhelming yes.  The Sony Ericsson Open is considered as one of the most prestigious titles in professional tennis.  In actual fact it has been awarded “Tournament of the year” by the ATP in eight of the last ten years.  We are thrilled to be involved with such a wonderful event and hope our new trophies will match the individualisation and creativity of the players that will become Champions.”

Graham Knuttel’s limited edition plate ‘Black Rum’ is now available to purchase on ourwebsite http://www.tipperarycrystal.com/buy-online/graham-knuttel/?page_number=2

There are only 500 of these limited edition plates so get one while you can. The plate is also available to purchase in stores such as House of Fraser Dundrum, Arnotts on Henry Street and The Tipperary Crystal Shop in Carrick On Suir, Co. Tipperary plus many more stores nationwide.

There are only five hundred limited edition plates so please make sure to arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Graham’s signing coincides with Dundrum Shopping Centres 5th Birthday celebrations so there will be plenty of entertainment provided on the night and free champagne and canapes.

Everyone is welcome to attend this event and we look forward to meeting you on the night.

AND CREATES

‘THE MAD HATTERS TEA PARTY’

THIS BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL PAINTING (4’ x 4’ OIL PAINTING) WILL BE AUCTIONED ON THURSDAY 4TH MARCH AT THE HOUSE OF FRASER 5TH BIRTHDAY PARTY IN AID OF THE IRISH HOSPICE FOUNDATION

ACCORDING TO GRAHAM:

“THE MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY IS THE PART OF ALICE IN WONDERLAND THAT HAS STAYED IN MY MIND VIVIDLY SINCE MY CHILDHOOD. THE CHARACTERS ARE LARGER THAN LIFE AND ALL ARE AT ODDS WITH EACH OTHER.  IN A WAY THE SCENE IS NOT TOO DISSIMILAR TO MY USUAL IMAGERY.  HOWEVER, ONE DIFFERENCE IS LEWIS CARROLL’S SMILING CATS; MY CATS NEVER SMILE.”

PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY TIPPERARY CRYSTAL……

PUBLIC & PRIVATE BIDS NOW BEING ACCEPTED BY CALLING

MARY MILLEA AT THE IRISH HOSPICE FOUNDATION ON:

00353 1 6793188

OR EMAILING mary.millea@hospice-foundation.ie