fountain

Half-octagonal-plan fountain of limestone construction, dated 1842, attached to southwest gable of building. Artificial slate roof with carved stone cornice having pedimented date plaque 1842. Dressed stone base with cut stone plinth and having cut-stone string course separating base from upper snecked stone walling, latter having roughly dressed stone pilasters and having raised rectangular stone panels. Cast-iron lion-head spouts to base feeding into continuous trough reflecting plan of fountain. Square-headed opening with timber louvers to northwest face.

The form and function of this structure adds variety to the streetscape and the textures and materials provide further visual interest. It displays evidence of fine stone crafting, and the date plaque and cast-iron lion-heads add decorative interest. The structure is part of an interesting group of public facilities in Cashel that includes the fountain at Lower Gate Square and the well structure in Ladyswell Street.