13 August 2025
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Irish artists take centre stage at Huntenkunst 2026.
Modern art in the Republic of Ireland
The modern art scene in the Republic of Ireland has grown significantly in recent decades and has developed its own distinctive voice. Although Irish art has historically often been associated with landscapes, mythology and religious themes, contemporary artists focus on current social issues such as identity, migration, climate and technology.
Major institutions such as the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) in Dublin, the Lewis Glucksman Gallery in Cork and the Hugh Lane Gallery provide a platform for both Irish and international artists. These venues frequently host multidisciplinary exhibitions that bring together painting, installation art, photography, digital media and performance.
The role of the Irish diaspora is particularly striking: many artists work internationally but maintain strong ties to their cultural background. This creates a dialogue between tradition and innovation, in which ancient symbolism is reused in modern contexts.
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