This print was taken from a large painting of John de Courcy ( the Norman Knight who built the castle) as he stands on the large rock jutting out into the sea in Belfast Lough, deciding to make this spot his home from where he could control all of the maritime traffic coming up the Lough. The painting is in oils on canvas. Postcards are also available.
This is from an oil painting inspired by a very old etching of the castle. The figures and mist were added to make it look as though it is shrouded in mystery and make it appear like a fairy tale castle. The sky is deliberately dull except for the contrasting sunlight which is hitting the water and parts of the castle. There are postcards and prints available of the painting.