Gargoyle - Architectural elements

A gargoyle is an ornamental sculpture often found on buildings, particularly Gothic churches and cathedrals. It is usually made of stone and is designed to drain rainwater from the roof of a building, acting as a drainage system.

Gargoyles are usually carved in the form of fantastic creatures, monsters or grotesque animals. They often have openings in their mouths through which water drains when it rains, keeping water away from the walls and foundations of the building.

In addition to their practical drainage function, gargoyles also have symbolic and artistic significance. In Gothic architecture, they were seen as protective

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... of the building, warding off evil forces and malevolent spirits. They were also used to express elements of Christian iconography, symbolising the struggle between good and evil.

Gargoyles were often made by craftsmen who specialised in stone carving. These sculptors were tasked with creating unique and detailed gargoyles, adding an artistic touch to the architecture of the building.

Today, although gargoyles have lost their drainage function in many cases, they remain a popular decorative element in architecture, adding character and aesthetics to historic buildings.

The gargoyles of Notre-Dame de Paris, restored by Viollet-Le-duc, are particularly famous.

The manufacture of gargoyles as a commercial product is not common, as they are usually custom-made for specific buildings. Gargoyles are often sculpted elements integrated into the architecture of a building, including churches, cathedrals and historic buildings.

However, there are craftsmen, sculptors and companies that specialise in creating ornamental stone sculptures, some of which may include gargoyles in their designs. These professionals are usually able to work to order to design and carve gargoyles to the clients' specific specifications and needs.

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