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A gargoyle is a carved stone grotesque designed to carry water away from a roof and the walls of a building, most obviously seen in churches. It is most often seen as a medieval addition, but was known to the ancient Greeks , ancient Egyptians and derives from the Latin word Gula. Throughout the history of churches, gargoyles were used to convey the idea of evil, convincing people to go to church with the idea that the end was near. Gargoyles can represent Lions, the Wolf, Snakes. Goats, Monkeys, Eagles, Griffins, Harpies and Mermaids. They would now be replaced by gutters
It was believed in the 19th century that gargoyles warded of evil and served as protection against witches.
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How are gargoyles put on buildings?
As a water spout to direct water away from the face of a building. The word means 'gullet or throat'.
Why are gargoyles carved with open mouths?
because they were originally created to go on church roofs, the open mouth worked like a rain gutter
What architectural feature was used to drain water from the roofs of Gothic cathedrals?
Gargoyles Sculptures that act as water spouts often quite scary-looking.
What comes after the renaissance period?
Reformation - the period from about 1500 to about 1700 in Europe that involved the formation of Protestant churches and the struggle for religious freedom.
Who did El Greco work for?
Philip II, the emperor, did not want to employ him, so El Greco moved to Toledo, where he got lots of commissions from the churches and convents.
What is the myth of Gargoyles?
Gargoyles were used to ward off evil spirits, which is why they are commonly found in churches.
Do gargoyles exist?
Gargoyles are not real, aside from their use in architecture. They were originally used on churches, and supposed to be Devil's helpers in order to stop people from sinning.
Where in France would you find a gargoyle?
Gargoyles are ornamental water spouts for draining water from the roofs of buildings. Particularly older churches and cathedrals. Many such have gargoyles on the eves of their roofs.
What do gargoyles like?
A gargoyle is a stone carved water spout usually found on churches or cathedrals. Gargoyles are based mostly on humans and animals that are used to scare away the evil. And are normally used to do so.
Which building has the most gargoyles?
Gargoyles can be found at Churches and Cathederals. They are a feature of Gothic architecture. People also have them in their gardens as decoration and near plants to keep away bad spirits and diseases.
What do gargoyles look like?
A gargoyle is a stone carved water spout usually found on churches or cathedrals. Gargoyles are based mostly on humans and animals that are used to scare away the evil. And are normally used to do so.
Where can you find gargoyles?
on old buildings from the 14th and 13th centuries such as churches xoxo :* lots of love hgns and kisseesssss xxxxxxxxx
What are the different uses of gargoyles?
Gargoyles were used for putting on the top of churches and buildings. It was good because, when it rained heavily the rain dripped of the gargoyles and the buildings didn't leak. They were also good for decoration. Sometimes people put them up so that it would scare bad spirits or bad people away.
Why are gargoyles on churches?
A gargoyle is a carved stone grotesque designed to carry water away from a roof and the walls of a building, most obviously seen in churches. It is most often seen as a medieval addition, but was known to the ancient Greeks , ancient Egyptians and derives from the Latin word Gula. Throughout the history of churches, gargoyles were used to convey the idea of evil, convincing people to go to church with the idea that the end was near. Gargoyles can represent Lions, the Wolf, Snakes. Goats, Monkeys, Eagles, Griffins, Harpies and Mermaids. They would now be replaced by guttersIt was believed in the 19th century that gargoyles warded of evil and served as protection against witches.http://www.webanswers.com/social-sciences/spiritual-religious/why-do-christian-monuments-like-churches-have-gorgoyles-sculpted-35269f
Do gargoyles squirt water?
A gargoyle is just a carved waterspout to drain water from the roof. Usually found on ornate buildings such as churches.
When were gargoyles invented and who invented the gargoyles?
gargoyles were invented by gargoyles who were invented by gargoyles and so on. This was written by gargoyle.
Why were gargoyles and grotesques made?
Gargoyles are used mainly for decoration now but originally and still partially now they were used to divert water off of the roofs of the building so the walls don't erode, they have troughs built into the back to carry water.
