Clomantagh -KK013-002003 - Sheela-na-Gig

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Horizontal Sheela-na-gig located on quoin on SW corner of Clomantagh Castle (KK013-002001-), just below fourth floor level. The current 3D model is slightly warped due to the angle of the photo, as a large tree stands in front of the carving. Described by Freitag as a, ‘large figure set within recessed frame. Head rests on long, thin neck; flat, droopy breasts, and wavy lines across upper torso indicating ribs. Left arm in front of body with hand touching square cavity indicating vulva; right arm bent at elbow with lower arm raised up towards side of head. Two long strands from head appear to be hair similar to Rochestown, and Moycarky drawings, suggesting these are accurate. The vulva is pronounced with some suggesting something hangs between the opening, it appears to be detailing. The figure has a cleft-lip also.