Carved Stone - Crest

Description

Located: Pillar St Bridget’s church site and graveyard (TN041-042003) Thurles. The east side of the pillar has a single carving. It is a rectangular block of limestone with the figure of a unicorn and lion standing on their back legs. A crown sits over the heads of the animals and all three elements are set within a recess with semi circular head short shoulders and straight sides. Model was created for Irish Folk Art project, funded by Roisin O’Grady, Tipperary Heritage Officer.