Walter Osborne, renowned Irish artist, is born in Dublin on June 17, 1859. Celebrated for his sensitive depictions of everyday life, he is especially admired for his paintings of young girls at play, which remain among the most cherished works in the National Gallery of Ireland. Notable pieces such as The Doll’s School and The House Builders showcase his talent for natural light, domestic intimacy, and social realism, securing his place as a key figure in late 19th-century Irish art.