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The Blackrock Dolmen

Rowan Gillespie
1987

Description

Sculpture of three slender figures holding up a large triangular capstone to symbolise the essence of Blackrock. The figures – two male and one female – are of cast bronze, whilst the capstone is of consists of resin bronze on fibreglass.

Inscription(s)

the
blackrock dolmen
Rowan Gillespie 1987

commissioned by
corporation of dun laoghaire
officially unveiled by
mr. pádraig flynn, t.d.
minister for the environment
24 march 1988

Sculptor

Rowan Gillespie (Dublin 1953), Irish sculptor (Website – Wikipedia).

Sources & Information

Wikipedia, List of public art in Dublin.
dlr Sculpture Trail Map, (PDF online).
Excellent Street Images, Blackrock Dolemen by Rowan Gillespie.

Locatie (N 53°17'56" - W 6°10'26") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: ie389; Photograph: 22 June 2023
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