Survey Data
Reg No
20900110
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Water pump
Date
1880 - 1920
Coordinates
141718, 121499
Date Recorded
30/08/2006
Date Updated
--/--/--
Description
Cast-iron water hydrant, erected c. 1900, now disused. Fluted shaft with conical fluted cap, spout, handle and finial. Manufacturer's stamp to south-west face. Sited adjacent to former national school.
Appraisal
This elegant water hydrant exhibits attractive, well executed detailing which enlivens the form of an otherwise utilitarian object. It is located beside the local school house, forming a focal point in the community comprising two necessary social amenities. Water hydrants such as this are an important reminder of rural Ireland before the widespread provision of a domestic water supply.