To mark International Women’s Day and acclaim the struggles and triumphs of Irish women since the foundation 50 years ago of the National Women’s Council, we’ve curated A History of Irish Women in 50 Objects. Yes, well spotted, we’re objectifying Irish women but in an illuminating, celebratory way.
From communion dresses to repeal merch, pungent carbolic soap to banned books, and the medieval Sheela na Gig to a top-of-the-range vibrator, these 50 objects tell just part of the colourful story of Irish women through the last several decades. What object would you include on the list? We’d love to read your suggestions – you can submit them using the form at the end of this article.
1. Sheela na Gig: Found all over Europe, Ireland has by far the highest concentration of these exhibitionist medieval…
