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Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Cross-slab

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Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00662 Dimensions: H 0.35, W 0.185, T 0.07 Outline frame with interlocking angle, quite complex. Evidence for further knotting inside. A line running from the knot suggests that the knot is an international design. Inscription: Possibly part of the letter 'B'. Evidence of discovery: OPW 1954-58. Condition: Part of a frame and letters. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-310, 293, 305, 311. The Clonmacnoise inventory was compiled by the Office of Public Works. A copy of the record for this slab is available for inspection in the relevant Archaeological Survey of Ireland (SMR) file. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien. Date of upload: 23 May 2011
Probably early medieval (8th–10th century), associated with Christian monastic activity at Clonmacnoise. The interlocking angles and knotwork may represent a symbolic or decorative cross, reflecting both spiritual significance and the artistic traditions of Insular Celtic Christianity.

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