Eamonn McEneaney discusses a rare collection of statues of the Virgin Mary and Child dating from the 12th century.

In his virtual tour of Waterford Treasures on WLR’s Big Breakfast Blaa, Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about a rare collection of statues of the Virgin Mary and Child dating from the 12th century.The most important collection of medieval statues to survive in Ireland today is on display at the Medieval Museum in Waterford. These statues were originally commissioned for the many churches in the city.

If you enjoy Eamonn’s slots with us on The Big Breakfast Blaa, listen here to what he had to say about  The Great Liberator Daniel O’ Connell and his strong Waterford connections.

And below is his chat with us about about a rare collection of statues of the Virgin Mary and Child dating from the 12th century.