Description

From grand 19th-century imperial bronze statues to modern abstract street commissions, the public monuments lining Ireland’s streets tell a high-stakes story of political power and shifting public memory. Irish Public Sculpture delivers a thorough, highly accurate audit of these civic landmarks, tracking their design economics, creation logistics, and cultural fates.

The volume looks deeply past simple tourism photography to evaluate the practical functional operations of urban planning, foundry techniques, and local council funding models across centuries. The authors guide art enthusiasts systematically through the building of iconic landmarks and the dramatic destruction of colonial statues like Nelson’s Pillar. Written with direct clarity, this premium book stands as an indispensable reference tool for urban planners, art historians, and heritage collectors.

Why this art history belongs on your shelf:

• Exhaustive Monument Mapping: Details the precise geographic coordinates, sculptor records, casting materials, and structural dimensions of public works.

• Rich Archival Documentation: Packed with high-contrast historic photographs, vintage design blueprints, and corporate city council registry entries.

• Highly Scannable Structure: Formatted with organized city-by-city chapters and clear timelines for an effortless historical data lookup.