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Why are gargoyles on Catholic churches?
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Opinions on why gargoyles are on Catholic churches vary. Some people believe that the monsters were reminders of evil in the world, meant to frighten Catholics into following the teachings of the church. Others believe that the gargoyles were thought to provide protection for the churches. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of gargoyles.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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French Limestone Gargoyle
Located in Dallas, TX
Breathtaking defined gargoyle from late 19th century France.
Category
Antique 1890s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Pair of French Terracotta Gargoyles
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of French terracotta seated gargoyles. Wonderful size and patina. Circa 1930.
Price per pair
Category
Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
$9,360 / set
English Stone Gargoyle Garden Statue
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a quirky crouching gargoyle statue perfect for the garden
Crafted from
Category
Vintage 1980s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Pair of Signed Plaster Drargon Gargoyles
Located in Faversham, GB
An intriguing pair of painted plaster gargoyles in wonderfully worn shades of green.
The gargoyles
Category
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paint
$1,275 / set
Decorative Small Gargoyle in Terracotta – 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
This charming small gargoyle, crafted from terracotta or a similar material in the 1950s, adds a
Category
Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
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
