Henry Cheere and John van Nost were well known sculptors of the late 18th Century, producing works in stone and lead. Lions often stand guard on steps or in doorways, classical figures would be found in key positions on paths or terraces, dolphins, nymphs and cherubs could be found in fountains. This was much admired by Northern European landscape designers of the period, who then introduced the classical style into British garden design.įrom the 18th to 19th Century statue making again flourished, this time increasing in range, styles and materials to include lions, dogs, fauns, nymphs, putti, gladiators and dolphins. In Renaissance Italy, the gardens of the wealthy aristocracy were strewn with antique stone and marble figures of Classical gods, such as Venus, Aphrodite, Apollo, Diana and Mercury. offers a large selection of gargoyle statues and sculptures that are created by world-renowned studios.The ancient Greek and Roman gods have been the main inspiration for statues in British gardens since tudor times. Modern day Gargoyles have adopted many other uses such as Gothic ornaments, icons of mythology, cartoon heroes. Some gargoyles were used for religious instruction, but most were simply grotesque figurines. Another widely accepted belief is that the Gargoyle serves as a protector that wards off any evil spirits that may attempt to corrupt a castle, church, or building. With routes stemming back to the Greek architects, the idea was to place terra cotta or marble lion heads on the roof cornice to divert the water away to the street. When the sky is clear, gargoyles may glow from the towers - but don’t stand below them on rainy days! The true gargoyle functions as a water spout that medieval artisans transformed into functional fantasies.
These artistic projections are carved of stone in the form of people, animals, or fantastic beasts and mark roof lines, corners, and buttresses to enhance the picturesque quality of a building. Haunting the medieval buildings of Western Europe, gargoyle statues are often seen peering down from churches, cathedrals, houses and town halls.
No chain can restrain them or their spirits or their unique artistry can be seen in the gargoyle’s appealing, wrinkled face and elongated toes. Shop for Gargoyles Garden Statues and Griffins Sculptures - These broad-shouldered beasts are fierce watchdog for your front gate, grounds, or hearth.
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