Sir, – Anthony Murphy in his interesting and informative article informs us that the Lia Fáil monument at Tara has been desecrated and vandalised on numerous occasions (“The Lia Fáil – A history of controversy and vandalism”, News, February 9th).
He points out that it is difficult to protect monuments which are in open and exposed areas. I would suggest that the authorities should seriously consider moving certain national monuments indoors. Such a move, I believe, would help in their preservation whether from vandalism or weathering. Exact copies can be created and placed in the original location. I am thinking of such monuments as the High Crosses at Monasterboice and indeed the ancient Lia Fáil. I saw an example of this in Rome in recent years. The magnificent ancient Roman equestrian statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius was moved from its location on Capitoline Hill to a museum nearby. It was replaced by an exact replica. I know such a move will always lead to a certain level of controversy in local areas but I fear it may be the only way of preserving ancient precious artefacts. – Yours, etc,
Fr IGGY O’DONOVAN,
Fethard,
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