Gargoyle - Romanesque - Sandstone - 12th century
A small gargoyle depicting an owl-like creature with sharp beak and wide open mouth, carved in ocre sandstone. Due to its small size, it came most likely from a central water fountain, as could be found in medieval convents. Portugal. Romanesque era. 12th century. Dimensions: H (with stand) 16cm ; H (sculpture) 12cm ; W 9. 5cm ; D 7. 5cm Mounted on a custom-made metal stand.
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A small gargoyle depicting an owl-like creature with sharp beak and wide open mouth, carved in ocre sandstone. Due to its small size, it came most likely from a central water fountain, as could be found in medieval convents. Portugal. Romanesque era. 12th century. Dimensions: H (with stand) 16cm ; H (sculpture) 12cm ; W 9. 5cm ; D 7. 5cm Mounted on a custom-made metal stand.
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