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What's the difference between gargoyles and grotesques?
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Grotesques are simply carvings on the side of a building that are intended for decoration. Gargoyles are designed as spouts to carry rainwater away from the building. On 1stDibs, find an array of authentic gargoyles and grotesques from top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Large Carved Stone Dog Head Gargoyle Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A stylised dog gargoyle statue expressively carved into York stone. Dating from the late 19th
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Statues
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Stone
Carved Stone Dog Head Gargoyle Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A stylised dog gargoyle statue expressively carved into York stone. Dating from the late 19th
Category
Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
English Stone Gargoyle Garden Statue
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a quirky crouching gargoyle statue perfect for the garden
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Vintage 1980s Animal Sculptures
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Stone
Pair of Belgium Bluestone Gargoyles
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of Belgium Bluestone Gargoyles is a unique find, having been crafted in the 17th century
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Statues
Materials
Stone
$12,740 / set
Medieval 13th Century Carved Stone Gargoyle
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A medieval carved stone gargoyle from the private collection of a country house in Oxfordshire
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Medieval Statues
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Stone
Large Carved Garden Gargoyle Alto Relief
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, gargoyle.
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Early 20th Century American Greco Roman Statues
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Concrete
