Imposing Gargoyles at the Head of Palencia Cathedral

Imposing Gargoyles at the Head of Palencia Cathedral

  Today we are going to discover one of the most beautiful and impressive sets of gargoyles to be found anywhere in Spain: the gargoyles on the east side of Palencia Cathedral. First, a brief history of the building: during the second half of the twelfth century...
Gargoyles in Other Materials: Beyond Stone

Gargoyles in Other Materials: Beyond Stone

  Although stone is the most commonly used material for gargoyles owing to its durability, particularly in light of the many sources of deterioration (climatic, biological, chemical, human) to which the carvings are exposed, sometimes we find gargoyles that are...