Ireland: The Matter of Monuments

Inbunden, Engelska, 2024

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This 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.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2024-05-03
Mått163 x 239 x 20 mm
Vikt498 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor240
FörlagLiverpool University Press
ISBN9781802074833

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PrefacePaula MurphyIntroductionColleen M. ThomasNew states and old statues: Ireland’s monuments in an international contextKathleen James-ChakrabortyIdolatry, ignominy, and iconoclasm: Irish public monuments 1540–1700Rachel MossFamine monuments and famine memoriesCormac Ó GrádaCeltic Crosses: indigenous monuments in complex landscapesColleen M. ThomasMaking the contemporary ‘human story’ of our monuments and their replicas matterSally FosterCommunity Monuments Fund: The matter of investing in monumentsPauline GleesonThe pedestal – occupied and emptyPaula MurphyThe decommissioning of monuments and their afterlifeRuairí Ó CuívIn conversation with contemporary artistsDavid ArchboldCommissioning and creating public sculpture: conversations with contemporary artists

'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