Survey Data
Reg No
20868040
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Artistic, Technical
Original Use
Gates/railings/walls
In Use As
Gates/railings/walls
Date
1840 - 1860
Coordinates
170911, 71587
Date Recorded
28/03/2011
Date Updated
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Description
Quadrant entrance, built c.1850 as entrance to Drumcora House. Ashlar limestone piers with flat caps flanking ashlar limestone sweep walls with limestone plinth and coping. Pedestrian gates flank inner ashlar limestone square-profile piers with plinths, string courses and inscription 'DRUMCORA'. Cast-iron gates with spearheads and floral motifs. Spur stops to vehicular gate piers. Rubble limestone boundary walls to east and west.
Appraisal
This entrance, executed in skilled masonry, contributes to the streetscape and character of the area. The detail of the cast-iron gates is also particularly attractive along with the pale grey colour and texture of the Cork limestone. The visible manufacturer's name 'AUDEN CAPEL ST DUBLIN' is noteworthy.