Some gargoyles were depicted as monks, or combinations of real animals and people, many of which were humorous. Many have open mouths because they also functioned downspouts to divert rainwater from foundations The origins of the gargoyle myth are unclear, but they are believed to have originated in ancient cultures such as egypt and greece
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In these cultures, gargoyles were often depicted as fierce creatures with wings and sharp claws.
The historical origin of gargoyles is rooted in medieval european architecture, incited by both functional needs (directing water away from stone walls) and cultural expressions (imaginative and spiritual symbolism).
On my recent trip through northern france, i was intrigued by all the gargoyles on the gothic churches and wondered why they were there Then i came across this story which seems like a pretty reasonable explanation. Believed by many to ward off evil spirits, the myth of the gargoyle took on new life with the relatively recent idea that the stone beasts come to life in the dead of night to physically fight off spirits and act as guardians. The gargoyle is a fantasy and horror monster inspired by the gargoyle architectural element
While they were believed in mythology to frighten away evil spirits, the idea of such statues physically coming to life is a more recent notion. Gargoyles embody a rich mythology that intertwines various cultures and historical narratives The term “gargoyle” originates from the french word “gargouille,” meaning throat, and is closely linked to the legend of la gargouille. Find out about gargoyles’ ancient but murky historical origins and usage around the world in part two of field guide to gargoyles.
While the popular notion of gargoyles is often associated with the gothic period of europe between the 12th and 16th centuries, some of the earliest examples can be traced back to ancient egypt, between 3150 bc and 30 bc.
