Gargoyles in Stone: The Mastery of Carving

Gargoyles in Stone: The Mastery of Carving

  Many of us are attracted to and fascinated by gargoyles. Their monstrous, terrifying, beautiful or ugly figures astound and intrigue us. But there’s more to gargoyles than iconography and functionality. There’s something living that changes over time, something...
Women and their Representation in Gargoyles

Women and their Representation in Gargoyles

  One of the most fascinating aspects of art is the representation of women. There is sufficient material to write several theses about this enthralling subject, but here you have a brief contribution in recognition of the importance of the female figure in all...
Gargoyles with Bat-like Wings: Dante’s Vision of the Devil

Gargoyles with Bat-like Wings: Dante’s Vision of the Devil

  Among the devil’s most fascinating features are his bat-like wings. The association between the bat and the devil comes from the symbolism attributed to this little animal. We have already discussed this in an earlier post on depictions of fantastical beasts in...
The Archetypal Gargoyles at Mirepoix Cathedral

The Archetypal Gargoyles at Mirepoix Cathedral

  In today’s post, we’re going back to France, this time to the mediaeval town of Mirepoix in the region of Occitanie, an enchanting, medieval and magical place for visitors. One of its architectural wonders is the Cathedral of St. Maurice, begun in the late 13th...
The Gargoyles of Valencia Cathedral

The Gargoyles of Valencia Cathedral

  In this first post on gargoyles in the Region of Valencia (Spain), we shall be visiting the city of Valencia itself, which is home to some truly amazing examples. Today, We invite you to admire the gargoyles in this beautiful city’s cathedral. The bishop of...