High crosses have become a symbol of Irelands ancient past. As the Roman Empire was crumbling in the 5 th century, the Irish Celts were beginning to embrace Christianity. Putting their own stamp on the religion & in turn developing a distinctive artistic style. This style became known as insular art. A fusion of Celtic, Germanic, Anglo-Saxon ... More @Wikipedia
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