The Gargoyles of the Lantern Tower of Burgos Cathedral

The Gargoyles of the Lantern Tower of Burgos Cathedral

When gargoyles are severed from their function as water spouts, they are transformed into pure image. Contemplating them arouses a multiplicity of emotions. They are the expression of beauty or hideousness, but above all, they are art. In addition, gargoyles are a...
The Exceptional Gargoyles of the Segovia Cathedral

The Exceptional Gargoyles of the Segovia Cathedral

  The Cathedral of Segovia (Spain) was built between the 16th and 18th centuries. It is considered one of the best surviving examples of 16th century Gothic architecture. In 1520, the cathedral suffered severe damage and plans were made to rebuild it or raise a...
The Amazing Gargoyles of Aachen Cathedral

The Amazing Gargoyles of Aachen Cathedral

  Today’s entry is dedicated to the gargoyles of Aachen, a German city with one of the most beautiful and extraordinary monuments in the world: the Cathedral and its magnificent Palatine Chapel, a marvel of history and art. Construction of the chapel began...
Water Drainage in Gargoyles

Water Drainage in Gargoyles

  Generally speaking, the water drainage spout in gargoyles is placed in the mouths of the beings and creatures we see depicted in them. This means that they are often very eloquent, with wide open mouths and sometimes exaggerated and very expressive gestures...
Gesturality in Gargoyles: Part One

Gesturality in Gargoyles: Part One

  As part of our discussion on the history and research of symbolism in gargoyles let’s continue to explore one of the most important and astonishing topics in their iconography. In a previous post we talked about facial expressiveness and today we’re...