Muiredach's High Cross of Monasterboice
Wall Mounted Muiredach's High Cross, Monasterboice. Highly detailed replica in authentic stone finish.
Length 28cm, width 14cm.
Nestled amongst the quiet ruins of the 5th century monastic site at Monasterboice (Mainistic Bhuithe), County Louth, stands the monolithic Muiredach's Cross, or South Cross as it is known locally. Carved from sandstone in the early medieval period, circa 10th century, the cross stands over 5 metres high and is regarded as the one of the finest stoneworks from the period in Ireland.
The cross is profusely decorated with biblical scenes and is believed to have served as a means to instruct a largely illiterate congregation on the bible. It may even have been brightly painted in its day. An inscription on the base of the monument designates the erection of the cross, via tribute or commission, to abbot Muiredach mac Dohnaill, who died in AD 923.
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Hi, I'm Ciaran!
I'm a native of Derry City, dad of one, keen amateur sportsman and love Irish history and literature! I create these unique pieces (in my own kitchen!) with the aim of highlighting the incredibly rich heritage of ancient Ireland, with a particular interest in my own backyard of Donegal. I have a background in model making and sculpting and have tried to recreate the majesty of our heritage sites as faithfully as possible, with each being completely created and painted by my own hands. These are the beginning of a range I am creating to showcase the lesser known hidden gems of Irish heritage, bringing pieces of ancient Ireland into people's homes. Created using locally sourced paints and plaster, I pride myself on delivering a piece that is totally unique and holds up to close inspection and scrutiny. Having grown up in a proud Irish household where indigenous art and literature were highly valued, I have been interested in our ancient history and ancestors for as long as I can remember. I am so happy to be able to create these pieces and share my love for our cultural heritage with others of the same mind. These pieces look, feel and weigh like genuine stone, you will not find these available anywhere else on Earth!