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stone carving

2 movies and shows

The People and the Nile

The People and the Nile

Mon, 17 Jan 1972

The construction of the Aswan dam as seen by those who took part in it: engineers, workers, Egyptians, and Soviets.

These Stones Remain

These Stones Remain

Fri, 01 Jan 1971

This exquisite documentary traces the history and artistry of stone carving in Ireland from earliest times to the Middle Ages. Directed by George Morrison, director of the ground-breaking historical films Mise Éire and Saoirse? This engaging film is beautifully shot and shows Morrison's skills as director, writer and cinematographer. It was awarded the Diplome d'Honneur in Moscow in 1971.