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A statue of the boxing champion Tommy Monaghan, known as 'Rinty' Monaghan. One hand is raised upwards in triumph, the other holds a microphone. By the time he had retired 'Rinty' was a crowd favourite with 52 career wins. During the intervals he would dance and sing, famously 'When Irish Eyes are Smiling'. One of three works commissioned by Belfast City Council.

Title

John 'Rinty' Monaghan (1918–1984), Boxer

Medium

bronze & Chinese granite

Measurements

H 305 x W (?) x D (?) cm

Accession number

BT1_CD_S005

Acquisition method

commissioned by Belfast City Council

Work type

Statue

Owner

Belfast City Council

Custodian

Belfast City Council

Work status

extant

Unveiling date

July 2015

Access

at all times

Inscription description

plaque inscription: John Rinty Monaghan / 1918-1984 / Retired as Undefeated, World, European, / British & Empire Flyweight Champion / When Irish Eyes are Smiling

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