the hollow

THE HOLLOW IN PHOENIX PARK FEATURING AN ELEGANT BANDSTAND

The main feature, manufactured by Musgrave & Co. of Belfast, is described as a freestanding octagonal-plan cast-iron bandstand, built c.1890. Concrete podium with later ramped circular stone base, edged with granite kerb. Accessed by concrete steps on south side. Octagonal lead roof supported on eight cast-iron posts with three decorative iron brackets springing from each. Each post has splayed panelled base, inverted fluting on lower section and capital. Timber sheeted ceiling divided into eight sections by ribs, with central hub. Escutcheon marked ‘Musgrave & Co.’ to one post. Set in Phoenix Park surrounded by tarmcadam hard standings, with grass and mature trees beyond.