Three valuable paintings, by Jack B Yeats, John Lavery and Paul Henry, have been stolen from a house in Co Wicklow.
Gardaí in Baltinglass have appealed for the public's assistance in relation to the burglary, which occurred at a house in Donard, Co Wicklow last Wednesday evening.
The paintings stolen were: Portrait of a Lady, by John Lavery, measuring about 65cm x 30cm; Landscape with Cottage, by Paul Henry, measuring about 40cm x 50cm; and The Fern in the Area by Jack B Yeats, which is approximately 40cm x 50cm.
Auctioneers estimate the three stolen paintings could be worth between €150,000 and €200,000.
The scene of the burglary was preserved and a technical examination completed.
Gardaí say the investigation is ongoing and there have been no arrests to date.
Anyone who can assist with the investigation or who may have come into contact with the paintings is asked to contact Baltinglass Garda Station on 059-6482610, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any garda station.
