Survey Data

Reg No

40307006


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Artistic, Social, Technical


Original Use

Post box


In Use As

Post box


Date

1880 - 1900


Coordinates

236332, 317108


Date Recorded

18/06/2012


Date Updated

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Description

Freestanding cast-iron pillar post box, c.1890. Wide flat domed cap with ribbed edge. ‘VR’ insignia on door face with letter slot above.

Appraisal

Formerly painted red, the post box is an interesting document of social and political history, recalling the Victorian period when Ireland was a part of the United Kingdom. The simple raised lettering and crown motif of which adds artistic interest to its functional form. Cast-iron post boxes are becoming increasing rare throughout Ireland, often being replaced with mass-produced plastic boxes. It demonstrates the high design and casting that were possible in late nineteenth century mass produced ironwork.