Irish art goes under the hammer at Christies

Investors with an eye and a pocket for art will have an opportunity to bid for the works of some of Ireland's most famous artists later this month. Christies will hold its third Irish art sale on May 22nd.

The paintings, which include works by Sir William Orpen and Jack B. Yeats, are expected to attract a lot of attention and have already been shown in London and New York. Prices are expected to range from £60,000 to £250,000.