Medieval Stone Sculpture for sale

The medieval mason was not a monk but a highly skilled craftsman who combined the roles of architect, builder, craftsman, designer and engineer. Using only a set of compasses, a set-square and a staff or rope marked off in halves, thirds, and fifths, the mason was able to construct some of the most amazing structures ever built. The stone carvings offered here are Gargoyle final decorations, worked by eye, to create the fabulous and artistic features which decorated medieval ecclesiastical buildings. The Medieval Stone Gargoyles found here originally adorned medieval churches and other high status buildings.

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Medieval Carved 'Lion Head' Church Gargoyle
Limestone, 16 kg, approx. 11 x 7 x 10 Inches. Circa 15th Century A.D. A large weathered carved relief block from a church in the form of a personified lion. In a nicely executed style it shows staring eyes, a large nose, slightly opened mouth and hair below the chin. This would originally been mounted high up in a church wall or roof to scare away evil spirits. Limestone is known as the warmest and most healing of all building materials. Very Fine condition. Found Norfolk.

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Medieval 'Head of Jesus' Church Carving
Limestone, 9.3 Kg; approx. 9 x 5 x 7 inches. Circa 15th Century A.D. A weathered limestone church block which would have been mounted at a high elevation. The head of Jesus looking down on his congregation, with a fringed hairdo, staring eyes, beard and moustache. The protruding sculptured head merges into the square stone block which would have formed part of an important walled area. Limestone is known as the warmest and most healing of all building materials. Complete with display stand. Extremely Fine condition. Found Norfolk.

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