A tapestry measuring 16m sq has been erected in Dublin Airport in honour of Bellaghy’s renowned poet, Seamus Heaney.
The tapestry called ‘Out of the Marvellous’ was commissioned by Amnesty International and part-funded by American singer Paul Simon, U2 frontman, Bono and guitarist The Edge among others.
The late poet's widow Marie and daughter Catherine were present to see the wall hanging being installed at terminal two on Wednesday.
Paul Simon, a friend of the renowned poet, unveiled the tapestry as part of a day of celebrations in Dublin to mark his life, where he also headlined a commemorative concert.
It has been estimated that the beautiful tapestry will be viewed by ten million passengers each year as they pass through the airport.
It was designed by acclaimed Czech artist Peter Sis and was woven over the past five months by master weavers in Ateliers Pinton in Aubusson, France.
The idea was conceived by Art for Amnesty founder Bill Shipsey on behalf of Amnesty International as Heaney had been a great supporter of the human rights organisation for more than 30 years.
Heaney had dedicated a poem to Amnesty titled ‘From The Republic of Conscience.’
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