Find Spot record 2984 - Four-faced hollowed stone vessel
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Summary
A four-faced hollowed sandstone vessel found in Widnes. Apparently one male and three female faces are to be found on the sides of the artefactl. The style is reminiscent of the large group of stone heads found in Britain which on stylistic grounds are termed 'Celtic', but which show continuity into the Post Medieval period.
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Full Description
A four-faced hollowed sandstone vessel found in Widnes. Apparently one male and three female faces are to be found on the sides of the artefact. It may possibly have been used as a mortar or a finial. It is now at Hale in Liverpool (1). The style is reminiscent of the large group of stone heads found in Britain which on stylistic grounds are termed 'Celtic', but which show continuity into the Post Medieval period.
<1> Various, Written Communication to the HER, The Manchester Museum, Petch. M, 1990, 1991. (Written Communication). SCH3756.
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- <1> SCH3756 Written Communication: Various. Written Communication to the HER. The Manchester Museum, Petch. M, 1990, 1991..
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 511 880 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ58NW |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WIDNES, PRESCOT, LANCASHIRE |
| Civil Parish | RUNCORN & WIDNES NON PARISH AREA, HALTON |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 9 2024 5:15PM