Clonfert Cathedral Mermaid
Item
Title
Clonfert Cathedral Mermaid
Description
A photograph taken by Andreas F. Borchert of a 15th century mermaid sculpture at a cathedral in Clonfert, Ireland. The sculpture is a reference to the patron of the cathedral, St.Brendan, as in his voyages he was said to have come across a dangerous mermaid who used her seductiveness to put men to sleep. It is a reminder for churchgoers to resist the temptation of sin.
Date
September 17, 2009
Medium
photograph
