{"title":"2026 Annual Pieces","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"belleek-classic-annual-ornament-2026-kilkenny-castle-1","title":"Belleek Classic Annual Ornament 2026 - Kilkenny Castle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBelleek Classic Annual Ornament 2026 - Kilkenny Castle \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKilkenny Castle was founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland and was originally a fortified structure designed to control a fording point on the River Nore. It was seen as a symbol of Norman occupation. However, over the years the castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing uses and circumstances. \u003cbr\u003eToday Kilkenny Castle is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle and is open to the public. Set in 50 acres of rolling parkland, this attraction also features a formal terraced rose garden, woodlands housing an abundance of wildlife and a\u003cbr\u003eman-made lake that were added in the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly available for 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade and Handpainted in Ireland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures - 2.2\"L x 3.5\"W x 2.1\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of a wider collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Belleek Classic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53391326675219,"sku":"4790","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/0417\/2051\/files\/4790_ar_01.jpg?v=1769613059"},{"product_id":"belleek-classic-annual-basket-2026-irish-flax","title":"Belleek Classic Annual Basket 2026 - Irish Flax","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBelleek Classic Annual Basket 2026 - Irish Flax \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen is a natural fabric produced from the flax plant, which has distinctive purple blue flowers. From prehistory people produced the cloth domestically in Ireland and Irish linen was highly regarded. For many years flax and linen production was an integral part of Irish\u003cbr\u003eindustry. Growing flax for the linen industry or weaving linen supplemented many an Irish family’s incomes from farming. All the family were involved in the production.\u003cbr\u003eIn the 17th and 18th century many Huguenots sought refuge in Ireland to escape religious persecution from France, bringing with them top weaving skills and some of the most advanced looms of the time. This influx of skill and machinery later paired with new advancements in water power created a boom in linen production in Ireland.\u003cbr\u003eToday most of the linen industry has left Ireland with just a small number of producers left, however it is still considered a rich part of Irish History.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Annual Basket comes with a special backstamp and a Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly available for 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial - Porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted and Handpainted in Ireland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures - 6.5cm x 21cm x 17cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDue to the artisanal craftsmanship involved in creating Belleek’s basketweave pieces, during busy periods, some orders may need to be processed by our master craftspeople on a made-to-order basis. If this applies to your purchase, a member of our customer service team will contact you directly to coordinate delivery. Please allow up to 4 weeks for completion and dispatch in these instances.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belleek Classic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53393698750739,"sku":"4792","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/0417\/2051\/files\/4792_ar_01.jpg?v=1769697018"},{"product_id":"belleek-classic-edition-piece-2026-irish-lighthouse-led","title":"Belleek Classic Edition Piece 2026 - Irish Lighthouse LED","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBelleek Classic Edition Piece 2026 - Irish Lighthouse LED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional style lighthouses can be spotted all around Irelands coast line and waterways. The quintessential lighthouse is usually a tower shaped structure designed to emit light and serve as a beacon for navigational aid for maritime pilots at both sea and on inland waterways. This particular lighthouse has been inspired by the Clare Island Lighthouse. Established in 1806 by the first Marquess of Sligo, John Denis Browne. The Clare Island Lighthouse was recently renovated and is now a guesthouse, while its optic is on permanent rotating display at the World of Glass Museum and Visitor Centre in North West England. This LED features Belleek’s iconic hand painted Shamrocks, an anchor and traditional fishing gear. 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