"Built to Endure" Print

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.

Edition of 150

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.

Description

Our paper prints are high-quality giclée prints produced on heavyweight museum-quality, rough, watercolour paper and are signed and named by the artist. Each print is given a unique number from the limited edition of prints produced from the original and comes with a certificate of authenticity, also signed by Terry Bradley. 

Rolled prints are shipped via First Class recorded delivery in secure postal tubes and require a signature upon receipt. 

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.

Dimensions

* 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.

Shipping & Collections

 
* Delivery (Island of Ireland) - Available at an additional cost. To have a framed print delivered to you on the island of Ireland, please choose the "Pickup" option at checkout, then contact us to discuss delivery dates and availability.

** Worldwide Shipping - Shipped orders are posted the day they are completed, this includes printing, signed by the artist, numbering, certificates, etc. Once an order has been posted you will receive a text/email confirming your order has been fulfilled and posted. These notifications include tracking information (some countries excluded).