What is recorded here
Graveslab in Holycross is a graveslab in Holycross, County Tipperary, Ireland. A poorly preserved recumbent slab lies flat on the chapel floor at the base of the north wall in the first north transept chapel beyond the chancel of Holycross abbey. The slab dates from the 17th century, but it cannot be examined or measured because it is not accessible.
17th century grave slab located in first N transept chapel to N of chancel of Holycross abbey. Poorly preserved recumbent slab lying flat on surface of chapel at base of N wall of chapel. Unable to get access to slab to describe or take measurements.
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien.
Date of upload: 22 September 2008
17th-century Christian grave slab; reflects post-Reformation burial practices in a monastic context. Significance lies in its association with Holycross Abbey, a major Cistercian foundation.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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