Stone sculpture in Kilkea Demesne

Described in the Urban Survey (Bradley et. al. 1986, 286-7) as the ‘Monkey stone. 16th / 17th cent. Set into the W wall (KD037-017003-) is a limestone panel decorated in relief with a monkey with collar and chain holding a helmet in one hand’ (Fitzgerald 1899-1902, 240-1). See attached screenshots of 3D model of stone sculpture created by Digital Heritage Age. 3D model can be accessed on the Sketchfab website at: https://skfb.ly/6sW8O Compiled by: Caimin O’Brien Date of upload: 14 September 2016

16th- to 17th-century stone sculpture; likely a decorative or symbolic element, possibly reflecting early modern folklore or allegorical themes rather than prehistoric origin.