A powerful bronze memorial to covid-19 suffering has been described as bringing solace to visitors at Dublin's Mater Hospital. It’s lovely to have this, not just for me but for all the staff.”The five bronze figures sit in a circle, heads bowed. The idea was sparked during a conversation with Dolores Heery, director of mission. Suzanne Dempsey, left, and Dolores Heery, with sculptor Sean Gallagher at the 'Our Covid Warriors' installment. You don’t always really necessarily understand the meaning behind something as you’re doing it and then it unveils itself.”The women also visited the Bronze Art Fine Art Foundry during the casting process.

Source: Irish Examiner February 13, 2026 15:43 UTC