Edmund Garvey (1740 – 1813): Painter of Roman Idols and Devonshire Pastoral Edmund Garvey, born in Dublin around 1740, emerged as a significant figure within the burgeoning Irish landscape painting scene of the mid-18th century. Though biographical details remain scarce—a testament to the challenges faced by artists of his era—Garvey’s distinctive style and prolific output cemented his place amongst the Royal Academicians and established him as one of Ireland's foremost painters. Early Influences & Training: Garvey’s artistic education is largely undocumented, suggesting he honed his skil…