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Top of the Domnach Airgid book shrine, Clones, County Monaghan, 8th century
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Top of the Domnach Airgid book shrine, Clones, County Monaghan, 8th century
XBP390408 Top of the Domnach Airgid book shrine, Clones, County Monaghan, 8th century, remodelled in c.1350 (yew covered with tin-coated bronze & silver-gilt plates) by Celtic; height: 16.7 cm; National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, Ireland; (add.info.: made to enclose a manuscript given by St. Patrick to St. Macartan, founder of a church at Clogher, County Tyrone; original container dates from the 8th century; remodelled in mid-14th century by the abbot of Clones, John O Carbry; Domnach Airgid = the silver church; Early Irish Art; ); Photo eBoltin Picture Library; out of copyright
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Artefact Artifact C08th Clerics Container Crate Early Christian C14th
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This print showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of the Top of the Domnach Airgid book shrine, a remarkable artifact from the 8th century. Located in Clones, County Monaghan, this awe-inspiring piece was remodeled in approximately 1350 and is made of yew covered with tin-coated bronze and silver-gilt plates. Standing at a height of 16.7 cm, this Celtic creation is housed in the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin. Its original purpose was to enclose a manuscript that St. Patrick gifted to St. Macartan, who founded a church in Clogher, County Tyrone. The intricate design features stunning relief work depicting angels and clerics alongside religious figures such as the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ himself. The decoration on this medieval treasure is both ornate and decorative, showcasing early Christian art at its finest. Originally known as "the silver church" or Domnach Airgid, this container has stood the test of time for centuries before being remodelled by John O Carbry, abbot of Clones during the mid-14th century. This photograph captures not only an extraordinary historical artifact but also serves as a testament to Early Irish Art's rich heritage and cultural significance. It stands as a reminder of our ancestors' dedication to their faith and their unparalleled skill in creating masterpieces that continue to inspire awe today.
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