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OverviewThis collection considers Irish monuments from the medieval to the modern era. The essays presented here acknowledge the plurality of values associated with Irish monuments. Taking a holistic approach to the topic, the volume contains contributions from art historians, archaeologists, historians and heritage practitioners. The multidisciplinary and intersectoral contributions are placed in dialogue with one another, providing a discussion of Irish monuments that is unique in its comprehensiveness. The integration of research on early Irish monumental work with that of the more modern period, situating all Irish monuments on a continuum of shared concerns, is a significant pioneering element in this field. The range of perspectives represented in the book reflects the complexity of cultural heritage in contemporary life and opens the conversation to include a wider range of views. It will be a valuable resource for scholars, students, learned societies, public bodies, communities in Ireland and for anyone interested in sculpture. An Open Access version of Kathleen James-Chakraborty's chapter 'New states and old statues: Ireland's monuments in an international context' is available on the Liverpool University Press website. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Colleen M. Thomas , Paula MurphyPublisher: Liverpool University Press Imprint: Liverpool University Press ISBN: 9781802074833ISBN 10: 180207483 Pages: 240 Publication Date: 28 April 2024 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available  This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsPreface Paula Murphy Introduction Colleen M. Thomas New states and old statues: Ireland’s monuments in an international context Kathleen James-Chakraborty Idolatry, ignominy, and iconoclasm: Irish public monuments 1540–1700 Rachel Moss Famine monuments and famine memories Cormac Ó Gráda Celtic Crosses: indigenous monuments in complex landscapes Colleen M. Thomas Making the contemporary ‘human story’ of our monuments and their replicas matter Sally Foster Community Monuments Fund: The matter of investing in monuments Pauline Gleeson The pedestal – occupied and empty Paula Murphy The decommissioning of monuments and their afterlife Ruairí Ó Cuív In conversation with contemporary artists David Archbold Commissioning and creating public sculpture: conversations with contemporary artistsReviews'Addressing topics as diverse as the design of the plinth to the replica cross, and exploring the shift from sites of communal devotion to symbols of division and oppression, the editors of this book have brought together a series of essays that enable new and exciting perspectives on the role, function and significance of monuments in Irish and international contexts.' Niamh Nic Ghabhann, Senior Lecturer in History, University of Limerick 'This insightful collection of research reflects on the importance of rethinking monuments for contemporary society. Stitching the past into the present, the writers draw timely attention to the variety of cultural heritage in shared public spaces. Exploring the complexities of the fabric of Ireland’s monuments, this book offers a series of connections between Ireland’s past, current international heritage practices and the makers of future monuments.' Niamh Ann Kelly, Head of Art and Visual Culture, Technological University Dublin Author InformationColleen M. Thomas is an art historian with expertise in the monumental sculpture of early medieval Ireland and Britain. Paula Murphy, Emeritus Professor in the School of Art History and Cultural Policy at University College Dublin, is a sculpture historian. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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