Stone Crosses

In the NW sector of a graveyard (KD028-049011-) on an early monastic site (KD028-049001-). Part of a National Monument (No. 71) in state ownership. According to Bradley et al. 1986 vol. 4, 393-4), the North Cross, of granite, comprises a square shaft (H. 1.6m; L 0.4m; Wth 0.4m) set into an almost square base (H. 0.35m; L 0.9m; Wth 0.8m). The N, E, and W faces of the shaft have decorative panels representing biblical figures, and several panels of interlace, while the S face has heavily eroded interlace. (Harbison 1992, 160-1) Compiled by: Gearóid Conroy Date of upload: 17 May 2013

The stone crosses at Oldkilcullen were likely erected in the 9th to 10th centuries, associated with an early Christian monastic site; their style reflects typical High Cross art of the period, though specific builders or dedications are not recorded. The site is of regional significance as part of a protected National Monument.