The RHA charity art auction in Dublin raised over 270,000 euro in aid of victims of the tsunami disaster. A Blackshaw sold for 46,000 euro and a Teskey went for 26,000 euro.

Organisers commented on the overwhelming generosity of artists and collectors who donated work - 85% agreed to contribute 100% of the sale price to the cause. The art event had roughly 350 items for auction, representing the work of some 300 artists - a 'who's who' of Irish artists.
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