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Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Cross-slab

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Romanesque period (11th–12th century). The cross-slab likely served as a grave marker, with its decorative elements reflecting Christian symbolism and artistic traditions of medieval Ireland.

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What is recorded here

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00464 Dimensions: H 1.75, W 0.60, T 0.10 base 0.15 x 0.40cm Romanesque graveslab Outline cross with circular centre containing debased petal pattern decoration with foliage around the stem and top of the cross. There is a rectangular base with tegulated pattern on it. Fixed to the north wall of the Cathedral. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Worn and flaked but still in one piece.. 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
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