Survey Data
Reg No
20848101
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Water pump
Date
1860 - 1880
Coordinates
179548, 60909
Date Recorded
19/06/2009
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding cast-iron water hydrant, installed c.1870, having fluted shaft with bucket holder and lion mask, set on moulded base. Fluted domed cap with acorn finial, spout now removed with recent tap to east side.
Appraisal
This interesting item of street furniture is a particularly fine and complete example of the water hydrants that were installed throughout Ireland to provide a communal water source before the provision of mains supply. The fluting and lion mask are among the interesting design features which add aesthetic value to a functional object.