Sculpture by renowned sculptor to be unveiled in Tipperary this morning
Aidan Harte, designer of the controversial Púca sculpture in Clare, will have his latest work unveiled in Thurles this morning
A Kilkenny sculptor has created a major public artwork - a bronze statue - set to be unveiled at Semple Stadium in Thurles this morning.
The artist Aidan Harte created the three-metre bronze statue, which pays homage to the birthplace and legacy of the Gaelic Athletic Association.
The piece titled ‘Ár gCluichí Féin’ (Our Own Games) depicts two figures and captures the spirit of Gaelic Games in motion. It is the first GAA statue to feature a female player.
Uachtarán of the GAA Jarlath Burns will be in attendance, as will under-13s representatives from The Primary Games, Tipperary Senior hurling team captain Ronan Maher, Vice-Captain Jake Morris, and Senior Camogie team Captain Caoimhe McCarthy will also be present.
The sculpture is part of a ‘placemaking’ investment strategy including a tourism and active travel initiative, road, cycle path and public realm development by Tipperary County Council.
Aidan Harte’s first job within the art world was at Kilkenny animation studio Cartoon Saloon, where he worked alongside founders Tomm Moore and Paul Young.
He studied in Florence, and has produced many notable works including a bust of Gerry Adams, and the conversation-provoking Púca piece in Clare.