Gargoyles and Unusual Animals: Part One

Gargoyles and Unusual Animals: Part One

  In addition to the figures of the lion, the dog and the eagle – the most commonly depicted animals in gargoyles – you can sometimes find depictions of other real animals, making unusual and unique gargoyle images that attract and fascinate passers-by.   A...
Gargoyles as Works of Art: From Architecture to Museums

Gargoyles as Works of Art: From Architecture to Museums

  As a tribute to our beloved gargoyles, we want to dedicate this post to a discussion of the gargoyle as a work of art and a museum exhibit.   The Gargoyle as a Work of Art: A Figure Forgotten for Centuries Studying and compiling gargoyles involves tackling...
Gargoyles of Dragons: Forms and Symbolism

Gargoyles of Dragons: Forms and Symbolism

  Dragon-Shaped Gargoyles: Fascinating Stone Discoveries During our travels, we have occasionally encountered gargoyles depicting dragons — one of the most powerful and symbolic creatures in world iconography.   Magical and Symbolic Dimensions of the Dragon...