The Anthropomorph in Gargoyles: Part Two

The Anthropomorph in Gargoyles: Part Two

  As we saw in the first post about the anthropomorph, this is one of the most commonly represented figures in gargoyles. In this second post, we are going to talk about their interesting symbolism. Let’s remember that anthropomorphs are half human, animals...
The Anthropomorph in Gargoyles: Part One

The Anthropomorph in Gargoyles: Part One

  One of the most relevant and common typologies in gargoyles is the anthropomorphic. They are animals with features similar to those of humans. They are half human and may have either human physical features or something that identifies them as men or women,...
Gargoyles of the Château Royal de Blois: Analysis and Typologies

Gargoyles of the Château Royal de Blois: Analysis and Typologies

  Today’s post takes us to one of the most outstanding architectural ensembles in France, where one of the most remarkable groups of gargoyles on a civil building is preserved. We are referring to the Château Royal de Blois, one of the principal castles of the...