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Carved figure located in the section of Fethard town wall (TS070-040032-) that overlooks Clashawley River and Watergate Bridge (TS070-040017-). According to Freitag the surrounding stones of the town wall (TS070-040032-) placed to accommodate figure which appears to be carved in the round. Described by Freitag as a figure, with a ‘biggish head with strong facial features; staring eyes, clearly incised triangular pattern starting underneath left eye and radiating towards wall, slightly open grim mouth showing clenched teeth. Emaciated neck, no breasts, deeply incised ribs and a protruding round navel. Figure is seated with short legs widely splayed; hands passing underneath thighs with fingers disappearing in vulva’ (Freitag 2004, 133).
See attached screenshots of 3D model of Sheela-na-gig created by Digital Heritage Age. 3D model can be accessed on the Sketchfab website at: https://skfb.ly/6qPJw
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload: 5 June 2012
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