Crawford Observatory
Observatory/telescope in Cork, Ireland, dating from 1875–1885
Detached multiple-bay observatory, dated 1880, having octagonal double-height central block, flanking single-storey wings and gable-fronted advanced central-bay with lean-to entrance porch. Domed copper roof to central block with barrel vaulted roof to side wings behind cut limestone parapet wall with rolled stringcourse. Pitched slate roof to advanced bay and single-pitch slate roof to entrance porch with cast-iron rainwater goods. Squared-and-snecked limestone walls with buttresses and carved date plaque on brackets under cut limestone hood moulding with carved stops to front (north) elevation. Ogee-headed window openings having cut limestone surrounds and timber casement windows. Pointed arch door opening with cut limestone surround to timber battened door with cast-iron strap hinges.
- Type:
- Observatory/telescope
- Period:
- 1875–1885
- Where:
- Cork, Ireland
- Coordinates:
- 51.89°N, 8.49°W
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