Kilmoe Church Hiberno-Romanesque East Window
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| Summary: | In 1978 it was found that the old parish church of Kilmoe was originally much older as evidenced by its Hiberno-Romanesque style east window.The Mizen Archaeological & Historical Society requested it be preserved and the east gable restored before it collapsed, The architectural evidence date it to 11- 12 century and it was later discovered mentioned in the Decretal Letter of Pope Innocent 111 dated 1199 as "Cellmua". The Co. Council provided funds and a beautiful restoration was made. Work continues to stabilize the South Wall. |
| In collection: | Our Own Place Photographic Project |
| Format: | Photo |
| Language: | English |
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24 August, 1993
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| Notes: | Project sponsored by RTÉ and Fuji Photo Film (Ireland) Ltd. Film number: 17 ; frame number: 10 Mizen Archaeological & Historical Society Photograph taken at 17.45 on 24 August, 1993 . Physical description: 1 photograph ; 15 x 10cm. Geographic Coverage: Kilmoe, Co.Cork, Province of Munster Ireland. more |
