"Built to Endure"
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Story Behind the Painting
‘Built to Endure’ is a powerful tribute to the strength and resilience of Belfast’s working-class men - the men we grew up with, our fathers, brothers, uncles, and sons. If you were lucky, like Terry, you had a father or a man in your life you could admire and look up to.
Terry Bradley’s striking portrait of a stern-faced man in a flat cap captures the grit, pride, and toughness that define the men of Belfast, who would do anything for their families and their principles. They might have been flawed, and many gave up their dreams for us, but they loved us deeply and never gave up.
This man’s face, lined with hardship and determination, looks directly at the viewer with an unflinching stare. He knows what it takes to walk his own path in a troubled world.
In the background, another figure lingers in the shadows - perhaps a symbol of the country’s past or a reminder of those who came before. Bradley’s bold, geometric strokes and vibrant colours reflect the fractured beauty of the men of Belfast - and of Belfast itself - a city scarred by conflict but alive with colour, spirit, and creativity.
This piece honours the dockers, the builders, and the everyday characters who held the city together through difficult times. With ‘Built to Endure’, Bradley not only paints a portrait, but he also captures the soul of the men of Belfast, and of our fathers.
Limited Edition
Editions are produced from a limited number. Once limited editions are sold out, they will never be reproduced and will only be available as hand-embellished prints and canvases.
| Small | Large | XL | |
| - | Edition of 150 | Edition of 20 | |
| Canvas | Edition of 50 | Edition of 50 | Edition of 50 |
| Hand Embellished | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 |
Dimensions for Print
| Small | Large | XL | |
| Rolled* | - | 17" x 24" | 32" x 48" |
| Framed* | - | 30" x 37" | 36" x 52" |
Dimensions for Canvas
| Small | Large | XL | |
| Rolled / Stretched* | 24" x 36" | 34" x 50" | 40" x 60" |
| Framed (Floating Frames)* | 26" x 38" | 36" x 52" | 42" x 62" |
| Framed (All Other Frames)* | 36" x 48" | 46" x 62" | 52" x 72" |
Description
Our prints are high-quality giclée prints produced on either heavyweight museum-quality rough watercolour paper or artists’ canvas. Every print is signed by the artist and comes with a certificate of authenticity, also signed by him.
*Dimensions are estimates based on the size of the printed image and the typical size of the standard frames we use. For a custom-sized piece, please contact our Bangor gallery.
Framing options can be selected online, and once your artwork is prepared for collection at our gallery, you will be notified by phone in accordance with your preference.
Hand Embellishment
Hand-embellished orders are taken by the artist back to his studio where he personalises each one using either paint, pencil, or pen. He adds colour or detail that is unique to your piece making them an original, one-off piece. These pieces are numbered 1/1 and come with a certificate of authenticity.
Shipping & Collections
In-store Collection is available for all orders. Select 'Pick-Up' at checkout and choose your local gallery. Framed prints are available for collection in 2 - 3 weeks.
Local Van Delivery Service is available on the island of Ireland. Please choose "Ship" at checkout and then "Local Delivery". Once your order has been processed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a delivery date that suits you.
Worldwide Shipping is available for rolled artwork. Rolled prints are shipped via First Class recorded delivery in secure postal tubes and require a signature upon receipt. You will receive a text/email confirming your order has been fulfilled and posted. These notifications include tracking information (some countries excluded).
Shipping is calculated at checkout. For special requests, please contact our Bangor Gallery.