Artists behind the Merrion Square Arts Exhibition fear a proposed cycle lane could spell the "death" of the "very special Dublin tradition".
For almost four decades, artists have been hanging their for sale paintings off the railings of the iconic park. The prices of the paintings are said to be reduced because the cost of a gallery does not have to be covered.
However, proposals for a segregated cycle lane from Clonskeagh to the city centre have caused a stir among the artists. Under Dublin City Council's plans 33 car parking spaces will be removed from Merrion Square North which accommodates the outdoor exhibit.
