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What's the difference between gargoyles and grotesques?

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What's the difference between gargoyles and grotesques?
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
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Early 20th Century Abstract 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
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Antique Mid-17th Century 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

Antique Renaissance Style Carved Stone Head Of A Gargoyle On Stand
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stone head of a grotesque mounted on later cast iron stand. Statue has strong detailed facial
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Antique 19th Century English Renaissance Statues

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Stone

Art Nouveau Sandstone Aquarius, Germany, Early 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large sandstone gargoyle in the shape of an Aquarius with fish. Very beautiful patina.  
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Statues

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Sandstone

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