Gargoyles at the University in El Burgo de Osma (Spain)

Gargoyles at the University in El Burgo de Osma (Spain)

  The University of Santa Catalina in El Burgo de Osma (Soria) was founded by the bishop and benefactor Pedro Álvarez de Acosta (1539-1563) with the idea of setting up the first centre of learning in the province of Soria. Building work on what would eventually...
Gargoyles in Cork

Gargoyles in Cork

  In tribute to Anglo-Saxon gargoyles, my latest post invites you to discover some of the gargoyles on the cathedral in Cork, one of the prettiest places in the beautiful, welcoming country of Ireland. The magnificent St. Fin Barre’s cathedral in Cork that...
The Devil and his Portrayal in Gargoyles: Part One

The Devil and his Portrayal in Gargoyles: Part One

Gargoyles This post starts the study of one of the most fascinating figures decorating gargoyles. It’s none other than the devil himself, an ever present and essential image on churches and cathedrals, and one we also see on other buildings in civil...
Dogs and their Portrayal in Gargoyles

Dogs and their Portrayal in Gargoyles

  Gargoyles We’re combining art and history once again to link magnificent gargoyle sculptures with the history of the symbolism of the figures they most commonly depict. We’ve already looked at the symbolism of the lion, which, together with eagles...