Response 2-Enniscorthy/Ferrycarrig

ITEM 1: This is a sculpture of a Liberty tree (left) from the National 1798 Rebellion Centre (right). The trees this sculpture is modeled after were planted during the Rebellion of 1798 when the United Irishmen were fighting for their freedom from the British. They planted these trees as a symbol of revolution. The sculpture altogether is monochromatic in color scheme, where multiple shades of green are used. Also, the use of different materials forming the canopy of the tree allows for a variation in value, making it almost come to life. Although the shapes in the canopy are abstract, it overall has an irregular, organic shape. This sculpture was a unique depiction of the actual trees planted. It's position in the center of the room made me think about the Irish history and caused me to imagine how life would have been at that time.



ITEM 2: These are pictures of the Johnstown Castle at Ferrycarrig. Constructed in the 1100's, this house was first occupied by the Esmondes, a Norman family, and then the Grogan famiy in the 1600's. Now, the castle and its garden are considered a "gift to the Nation." The beautiful features on the castle make the building a piece of art itself. The face on the picture on the right is an organic structure placed on a more geometric building, creating a unique contrast. Also, the way the actual light hits the stone and shades certain designs, makes the somewhat dark, medieval architecture appear majestic. The architecture itself also has unique touches. The pointed arch seen around the windows allows weight to channel at a steeper angle than a rounded arch.

ITEM 3: this is the sculpture of a dog at the Johnstown castle. I am not sure why this was created, but it makes for an interesting touch. My thought is maybe the family owned a dog, and he was a family pet dear to them. The monochromatic color scheme of the castle and sculptures like this one almost tie everything together. In a way, it hints at the fact that this animal was once "part of the home." The organic shape of the dog and its somewhat realistic size makes it appear more natural. The vertical line its head follows almost gives it a prideful posture, adding to the powerful and royal appearance of the castle. Also, just a side note, you can see in the background of the picture on the left an example of a post and lentil. Based on what is visible in the picture, I believe this is "ionic" based on the Greek order of columns.