A host of well-known artists, creatives, and public figures gathered at Dublin's incognito Gallery to officially launch this year’s Incognito art sale in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation.
Now in its ninth year, Incognito has become one of Ireland's most popular and innovative art fundraisers. What sets this sale apart is its twist: buyers won’t know the identity of the artist behind each piece until after they’ve made their purchase.
Each artwork, postcard-sized and priced at €70, could be the work of a household name or an emerging talent — it's a mystery that adds a touch of intrigue to every sale.
This year's collection promises to be the biggest yet, boasting more than 3,500 original artworks created by over 1,000 artists — a record-breaking number for the event.
Maia Dunphy, writer and broadcaster; Helen Steele, artist and fashion designer;
Caroline Duffy, artist and textile designer; Leah Hewson, artist
Joining the contributor list are high-profile names such as singer-songwriter Róisín Murphy, creative director and dancer Arthur Gourounlian, TV cook Donal Skehan, Olympian Sonia O'Sullivan, fashion designers Simone Rocha, Heidi Higgins, and Don O'Neill, poet Jan Brierton, broadcasters Joe Duffy and Jenny Buckley, alongside professional artists Mo Kelly, Shane O’Driscoll, Mick O’Dea, Mim Scala, William Murray, and Thelma Mansfield.
This year, incognito returns to its roots with a physical gallery sale, alongside an online version. Half of the collection will be available to view in person at the incognito Gallery on Charlemont Square, Dublin 2, on April 9th and 10th, ahead of the in-person sale on April 11th and 12th.
The remaining artworks will be sold through the online sale via the Incognito website on April 16th, starting at 8am. Artist names will be revealed on April 17th.
NO REPRO FEE 19/03/2025 Dublin, Ireland. Artists Play Hide and Seek as incognito Art Sale for Jack and JIll is Launched. Maia Dunphy, writer and broadcaster, and Helen Steele, artist and fashion designer, pictured at the launch of incognito, the mystery art sale. In aid of the Jack and Jill Children's Foundation, the identity of the artists behind the artworks is kept secret until after the sale closes. This year sees a return to the event’s roots, with half of the collection for sale at the incognito Gallery in Charlemont Square, Dublin 2, on April 11 and 12, and the other half exclusively available online from April 16. Each postcard-size artwork costs €70. The full collection can now be viewed at www.incognito.ie Photographer: Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland
To maintain fairness, online buyers can purchase one artwork per transaction, while in-gallery buyers may purchase up to three pieces.
Since its inception, incognito has raised over €1.2 million for the Jack and Jill Children's Foundation, funding in-home nursing and respite care. The foundation currently supports 427 families across Ireland, providing specialist care for children with complex medical needs.
The full Incognito 2025 collection can now be viewed here.
This year’s collection promises to be the biggest yet, boasting more than 3,500 original artworks created by over 1,000 artists — a record-breaking number for the event. Joining the contributor list are high-profile names such as singer-songwriter Róisín Murphy, creative director and dancer Arthur Gourounlian, TV cook Donal Skehan, Olympian Sonia O’Sullivan, fashion designers Simone Rocha, Heidi Higgins, and Don O'Neill, poet Jan Brierton, broadcasters Joe Duffy and Jenny Buckley, and renowned professional artists Mo Kelly, Shane O’Driscoll, Mick O’Dea, Mim Scala, William Murray, and Thelma Mansfield.
This year, incognito returns to its roots with a physical gallery sale, alongside an online version. Half of the collection will be available to view in person at the incognito Gallery at Unit 5, Charlemont Square, Dublin 2, on April 9 and 10, ahead of the in-person sale on April 11 and 12. The remaining artworks will be sold through the Online Sale on www.incognito.ie on April 16, starting at 8am. Artist names will be revealed on April 17.
The mediums on display include everything from oils and watercolours to stained glass and textiles. Notably, photography also makes a return for the first time since 2021, though photographic works will be available exclusively at the gallery.
To maintain fairness, online buyers can purchase one artwork per transaction, while in-gallery buyers may purchase up to three pieces.
Since its inception, incognito has raised over €1.2 million for the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, funding vital in-home nursing and respite care. The foundation currently supports 427 families across Ireland, providing specialist care for children with complex medical needs.
As the countdown begins, one thing is certain — this year’s incognito sale is set to be a standout event on the cultural calendar, blending creativity, generosity, and a touch of mystery, all in support of a vital cause.
