Irish Art Olympians Exhibition at Waterford Gallery

The Waterford Gallery of Art will host 'Muscles & Mind: Irish Art Olympians' showcasing artists who represented Ireland in the Olympics between 1924 and 1948, coinciding with the Paris Olympics. The exhibition features renowned artists like Jack B Yeats, Letitia Hamilton, and Sir John Lavery, highlighting the intersection of art and sport in the early Olympics. Exciting discoveries include artworks by Mainie Jellett and Flora Vere O'Brien linked to past Olympic events. The exhibition aims to explore themes of nationality, representation, and the role of art in competition. The event will be launched by Olympic Silver Medalist John Treacy, celebrating the cultural contributions of Irish artists in the Olympic realm.