Cross-slab in Kildare

A large collection of cross slabs, grave slabs, decorated stones and three effigies (See KD022-029023- and KD022-029027- to KD022-029057-), dating from the 10th to the 17th centuries have been placed in St. Brigid’s Cathedral (KD022-029005-). KD022-029028-: According to Bradley et al. (1986 vol. 3, 226. Fig. 101) a limestone slab in two pieces (L 0.39m; Wth 0.27m) is decorated in false relief with a Maltese cross within a circle. This is outlined on three sides by three deeply scored lines, having a two-line interlaced S-scroll at the corner. The remains of a decorated panel survive on the fourth side. (FitzGerald 1903-5b, 379) Compiled by: Gearóid Conroy Date of upload: 30 January 2012

This cross-slab likely dates to the early medieval period, between the 10th and 12th centuries, and is associated with Christian funerary or commemorative practices, possibly linked to the cult of St. Brigid. Such stones often served as grave markers or wayside crosses, reflecting both religious devotion and local artistic traditions.