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Gargoyles Collection

"Gargoyles: Guardians of Architectural Beauty" Gargoyles, these fascinating and enigmatic creatures

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Paris Gargoyle

Paris Gargoyle
Black Peter the stone gargoyle of Notre Dame is 250ft above the ground. All Parisienne children know he watches out for naughty children

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Paris Notre Dame

Paris Notre Dame
A trio of gargoyles

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame

Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3077790 Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame

Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3077789 Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame

Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3077788 Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame

The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3078112 The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame

The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3078114 The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame

The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
3078113 The Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame; (add.info.: Photographic print of the Gargoyles on the west front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: The Gargoyles, Stirling Castle, 1898. Creator: David Young Cameron

The Gargoyles, Stirling Castle, 1898. Creator: David Young Cameron
The Gargoyles, Stirling Castle, 1898

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Lincoln College, Oxford

Lincoln College, Oxford
England, Oxford, Lincoln College and views across the city from St Mary the Virgin church tower

Background imageGargoyles Collection: USA, New York City, Manhattan, Chrysler Building

USA, New York City, Manhattan, Chrysler Building

Background imageGargoyles Collection: La Ville En Feu! The City On Fire!

La Ville En Feu! The City On Fire!
An atmospheric illustration of an ornately designed bridge under a darkening, hazy sky, in front of an audience of monstrous gargoyles. Date: circa 1901

Background imageGargoyles Collection: 5 Grotesque Heads in the Belfry of Bristol Cathedral and 12 others (pencil & w / c on paper)

5 Grotesque Heads in the Belfry of Bristol Cathedral and 12 others (pencil & w / c on paper)
2831256 5 Grotesque Heads in the Belfry of Bristol Cathedral and 12 others (pencil & w/c on paper) by Homes, Marcus H. (1803-1854); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageGargoyles Collection: The Chimera of Amiens (etching)

The Chimera of Amiens (etching)
6198104 The Chimera of Amiens (etching) by Cameron, David Young (1865-1945); 22.5x17 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Gargoyle from the balustrade of the Grande Galerie, replica of a 12th century original

Gargoyle from the balustrade of the Grande Galerie, replica of a 12th century original
XIR229187 Gargoyle from the balustrade of the Grande Galerie, replica of a 12th century original (stone) by Viollet-le-Duc, Eugene Emmanuel (1814-79); Notre Dame, Paris, France; French

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Groin stones (bosses) in ceiling of Redcliffe Church (w / c on paper)

Groin stones (bosses) in ceiling of Redcliffe Church (w / c on paper)
2831488 Groin stones (bosses) in ceiling of Redcliffe Church (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Hotel de Sens, late 19th century-early 20th century (see also 345987) (b / w photo)

Hotel de Sens, late 19th century-early 20th century (see also 345987) (b / w photo)
XIR345988 Hotel de Sens, late 19th century-early 20th century (see also 345987) (b/w photo) by Giraudon, Adolphe (1849-1929); Paris

Background imageGargoyles Collection: The Gargoyle, 1853 (etching)

The Gargoyle, 1853 (etching)
1067883 The Gargoyle, 1853 (etching) by Meryon, Charles (1821-68); 17.3x13 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Le Stryge); Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Beauty among the Devils, on the Roof of Notre Dame, Paris (litho)

Beauty among the Devils, on the Roof of Notre Dame, Paris (litho)
1048541 Beauty among the Devils, on the Roof of Notre Dame, Paris (litho) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beauty among the Devils)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Priors Door, Ely Cathedral (colour photo)

Priors Door, Ely Cathedral (colour photo)
3093855 Priors Door, Ely Cathedral (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Priors Door, Ely Cathedral)

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Italian Street Scene, 1838 (oil on canvas)

Italian Street Scene, 1838 (oil on canvas)
2829706 Italian Street Scene, 1838 (oil on canvas) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 40x30 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Bequest of J. W

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Hotel de Sens, late 19th century-early 20th century (see also 345988) (b / w photo)

Hotel de Sens, late 19th century-early 20th century (see also 345988) (b / w photo)
XIR345987 Hotel de Sens, late 19th century-early 20th century (see also 345988) (b/w photo) by Giraudon, Adolphe (1849-1929); Paris

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Cat Head Gargoyle, 1932 / 1945. Creator: John Davis

Cat Head Gargoyle, 1932 / 1945. Creator: John Davis
Cat Head Gargoyle, 1932/1945

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Unidentified gentleman seen here inspecting the damage to the roof of St Michael

Unidentified gentleman seen here inspecting the damage to the roof of St Michaels Cathedral, Coventry, following the Luftwaffes air raid on the city on the night of the 14th October 1940

Background imageGargoyles Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121998

EyeUbiquitous_20121998
England, Oxford, Brasenose College across lawn of the Radcliffe Camera

Background imageGargoyles Collection: New College, Oxford

New College, Oxford
England, Oxford, New College

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Merton College, Oxford

Merton College, Oxford
England, Oxford, Merton College, St Albans Quadrangle

Background imageGargoyles Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121970

EyeUbiquitous_20121970
England, Oxford, All Souls College view from St Mary the Virgin church tower

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Worcester College, Oxford

Worcester College, Oxford
England, Oxford, Worcester College, chapel interior

Background imageGargoyles Collection: St Mary the Virgin, Oxford

St Mary the Virgin, Oxford
England, Oxford, church tower and Radcliffe Camera, St Mary the Virgin Church

Background imageGargoyles Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109583

EyeUbiquitous_20109583
Spain, Valencia Province, Valencia, Puente del Reino, A gargoyle at the entrance to the bridge, Puente del Reino is one of many bridges over the former Rio Turia which now serves as a park as

Background imageGargoyles Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20094834

EyeUbiquitous_20094834
Poland, Krakow, Dome & gargoyles of the Juliusz Slowacki Theatre

Background imageGargoyles Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20094835

EyeUbiquitous_20094835
Poland, Krakow, Juliusz Slowacki Theatre

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Gargoyles, Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, Paris, France, Europe

Gargoyles, Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, Paris, France, Europe

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Medieval architectural ornament and sculpture, (1898). Creator: Unknown

Medieval architectural ornament and sculpture, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval architectural ornament and sculpture, (1898). Fig 1: Carved figure from the stalls of the Minster at Ulm. Fig 2: Projecting bracket of a seat-flap (Misericordia) of the same stalls

Background imageGargoyles Collection: University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, gothic architecture, gargoyles

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, gothic architecture, gargoyles

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Stirling Castle, 19th century. Creator: W Wallis

Stirling Castle, 19th century. Creator: W Wallis
Stirling Castle, 19th century. View of the ramparts of Stirling Castle in Scotland, with soldiers in Highland dress

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Grotesque gargoyle with hands in mouth

Grotesque gargoyle with hands in mouth
Grotesque gargoyle with a square head and its hands in its mouth. circa early 19th century

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Sardinia Sassari Sassari Fonte Rosello Italy

Sardinia Sassari Sassari Fonte Rosello Italy
Sardinia Sassari Sassari Fonte Rosello, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Post-medieval Sardinian baroque fountain 1605-1606

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Two gargoyles on Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris

Two gargoyles on Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris. Date: 1914

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Gargoyle statue from the spire of Zagreb Cathedral in Zagreb, Croatia

Gargoyle statue from the spire of Zagreb Cathedral in Zagreb, Croatia

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Grotesque gargoyle, Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Grotesque gargoyle, Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGargoyles Collection: TOOTHACHE GARGOYLES

TOOTHACHE GARGOYLES
The Dentists Apprentice : This gargoyle, on the church at Monksilver, Somerset, England, looks like it has bad toothache. No wonder, with a mouth like that! Date: Medieval

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Fishermans Bastion, Gargoyles

Fishermans Bastion, Gargoyles Hungary, Budapest. Fishermans Bastion, Gargoyles

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Cathedral, Sibenik, Croatia

Cathedral, Sibenik, Croatia detail of cathedral, sibenik, croatia, eastern europe. balkan, europe

Background imageGargoyles Collection: Architectural Details

Architectural Details
A selection of gargoyles Date: 1840



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"Gargoyles: Guardians of Architectural Beauty" Gargoyles, these fascinating and enigmatic creatures, have long captivated the imagination of both locals and tourists alike. From their prominent presence on the Paris Notre Dame to their eerie charm at Lincoln College in Oxford, they can an integral part of architectural details that adorn some of the world's most iconic structures. In Paris, the gargoyle's legacy is deeply intertwined with its rich history. The famous Paris Gargoyle perched atop Notre Dame Cathedral stands as a testament to this city's enduring spirit. With its grotesque figure and hands clasped over its mouth, it seems to silently witness La Ville En Feu. The City On Fire. , reminding us of past trials overcome. Beyond France's borders, gargoyles continue to leave their mark on architectural wonders around the globe. In New York City's Manhattan skyline, one can find them gracing the Chrysler Building - guardians watching over a bustling metropolis day and night. But what makes these stone figures so intriguing? Perhaps it is their ability to transport us back in time or evoke emotions through their intricate designs. Eight corbels adorning St Philips showcase delicate pencil strokes blended with watercolors; each piece telling a unique story etched into paper for eternity. The artistry behind these sculptures extends beyond mere decoration; they serve practical purposes too. Five Grotesque Heads found within Bristol Cathedral's belfry act as rainwater spouts while adding character to an already magnificent structure. One cannot discuss gargoyles without mentioning "The Chimera of Amiens. " This etching captures not only the beauty but also the mystery surrounding these mythical creatures that have stood sentry atop cathedrals for centuries. Gargoyles symbolize more than just ornamental features; they embody resilience and strength amidst adversity.