UK ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHY - 870 year old Gargoyles!
I found these few gargoyles in the ruins of Rufford Abbey. You can read the full post here: https://steemit.com/photography/@beautifulbullies/uk-original-photography-rufford-abbey-nottinghamshire-england-871-years-old
They are pretty creepy don't you think?!...
The pictures were taken using my Fujifilm Finepix S9900W and edited using PhotoScape software.
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Okay now this looks scary. i wonder if such art was inspired by some mythic legends of that time.
They are really creepy aren't they! I felt like they were following me with their eyes wherever I walked... lol I might have to look into the history behind them, to see if there is a story here, thanks for your comment! :)
scaring but beautiful thanks for these beautiful and amazing pictures ,,,
You are welcome :)
@beautifulbullies why were actually used??? and in church building??
I didn't know the answer to your question, but I found it here:
Gargoyles are a perfect example of what I love about architecture. They are both functional and beautiful - utility and art. A gargoyle’s purpose is to gather water from a structure’s roof and pour it out and away from the facade - ancient rainwater mitigation. You see, water tends to erode mortar used in masonry buildings, so architects designed the gargoyle as a way to prevent damage over time. They’re often projected quite far out from the building because their length determines how far the draining water will pour away from the wall. Their purpose is even found in their name; the term gargoyle originates from the French gargouille which means “throat” or “gullet”.
(Source https://www.quora.com/Why-were-gargoyles-used-on-buildings)
Thank you for your question, I have learned something new too! :D
EDIT: After looking at them again, they are actually on the inside of the building, so my description of them is possibly wrong, they are perhaps candle holders? Hmmm more investigation required! :)
Fascinating. 870 years old ! WOW !!!!
I know! It is crazy to think of the weather over the years not affecting the details! They certainly knew how to build things back then :)
I totally agree with you. Nowadays everything is like 2 minute noodles. Doesn't stand the test of time !! I love old architecture. They were great artisans then :) . Almost aliens ! :)
Love me some gargoyles and these are truly unique ones!
amazing arent they! :)
really cool photos, im fascinated by gargoyles and gnome like fairy statues!
Thank you, Me too! In fact I am obsessed with anything faerie like lol
Awesome! The first one looks like the old hag from the Monty Python skit animations.
haha yes now you mention it...
Great shots! Whoever the artist was did a great job. :)
Thank you! :) I think if the artist's intention was to creep everyone out, he/she succeeded! lol The details are fantastic
I couldn't agree more. They're stunning!
awesome photography.......& 870 years old.........memorible...... collect..........&...pic.....shoot......proud of you & thanks for sharing us.....
thank you :)
realy realy.....proud of you.....beacouse.......many years old......memorible......see us
Nice.... 😍
thanks