Michael Biggs (1928-93)

Irish sculptor, stone carver, and letterist. Michael Biggs lived in Dublin from 1930, and is best known for his inscriptions in stone, bronze and wood throughout Ireland. His works include the Moyne Commemorative Table, TCD: Proclamation of the Republic and grave inscriptions at Arbour Hill (1959-63) and the mural inscription at Parnell Square (1976). Married to stained glass artist Frances Biggs.

1891 – St Macartan’s Cathedral, Monaghan, Co. Monaghan

Architect: J.J. McCarthy / William Hague

St Macartan’s Cathedral was constructed between 1861 and 1891 and is the most impressive of J.J McCarthy’s cathedrals –

1965 – Liberty Hall, Eden Quay, Dublin

Architect: Desmond Ri O’Kelly

Definitely not the most popular building in Dublin but for many years it was the tallest,

1967 – Chapel, Gonzaga College, Ranelagh, Dublin

Architect: Andrew Devane, Robinson, Keefe & Devane

Originally the site of Gonzaga School was two identical houses,

Michael Biggs (1928-93)

1891 – St Macartan’s Cathedral, Monaghan, Co. Monaghan

1965 – Liberty Hall, Eden Quay, Dublin

1967 – Chapel, Gonzaga College, Ranelagh, Dublin

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