Find Spot record 2757 - Carved Stone Head
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Summary
Sandstone head with elaborate waved hair, lentoid eyes, ears and mouth portrayed. Damage to nose. Looks like a possible Romano- British carving. Belongs to a large group of stone heads from Britain which on stylistic grounds are termed 'Celtic', but which show continuity into the Post Medieval period.
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Full Description
<1> Various, Written Communication to the HER, Petch M 1990 (Written Communication). SCH3756.
Stone head, found at a Farm in Mere, Macclesfield. 22cm high. Well modelled sandstone head with elaborate waved hair, lentoid eyes, ears and mouth portrayed. Damage to nose. Looks like a possible Romano - British carving. Belongs to a large group of stone heads from Britain which on stylistic grounds are termed 'Celtic', but which show continuity into the Post Medieval period.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH3756 Written Communication: Various. Written Communication to the HER. Petch M 1990.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 725 811 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ78SW |
| Civil Parish | MERE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | MERE, ROSTHERNE, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 28 2021 11:20AM