Emer Tumilty's 'The Glasgow Rose' Transforms Finnieston Crane for 2026 Commonwealth Games

A significant public installation by Emer Tumilty, an artist from Glasgow, has been placed atop the Finnieston Crane overlooking the River Clyde to celebrate the commencement of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Named 'The Glasgow Rose,' this artwork reinterprets the renowned rose designs of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh, blending the city's industrial past with its artistic heritage. The piece was revealed on 23 July 2026 during the Glasgow 2026 Festival, a cultural event spanning ten weeks alongside the Games. Phil Batty, the Chief Executive of Glasgow 2026, hailed it as a representation of the city's creativity and confidence. Tumilty, an alumna of the Glasgow School of Art, is recognized for her vibrant colors and abstract styles, having worked with brands like Warby Parker, Adobe, and Urban Outfitters. The artwork will be on display throughout the Commonwealth Games and will also commemorate the 100th anniversary of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's passing in 2028.