Medieval
Sheela na Gig, near Birr, Co. Offaly
1956:14
1956:14
Found near Birr, Co. Offaly.
The figure is unusual in Ireland, in that it was carved on a corbel. In England and on the Continent, exhibitionist figures were a common feature on corbels.Location:
Sheela na Gig, near Birr, Co. Offaly is located at:
In Storage
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Sheela na Gig, Drynam, Swords, Co. Dublin
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Sheela na Gig, Carn, Co. Westmeath