The Land (2007) by Joe Neeson is a public sculpture located in Celbridge, County Kildare. Created by Cork-based sculptor Joe Neeson who studied at the Limerick School of Art and Design and Crawford College of Art and Design before working in New York at the Bedi Makky Art Foundry. His sculptural practice combines strong formal design with a sensitivity to context, often drawing inspiration from natural forms and the physical character of the landscape. In The Land, Neeson invites reflection on the connections between community, environment and the enduring influence of the land on local identity. The sculpture serves as a landmark within the public realm, encouraging engagement with the surrounding landscape while celebrating the unique character of Celbridge and its setting.
The Land by Joe Neeson, Celbridge, 2007
