Gallery IV
Grotesques of the
Victorian Period
One may begin to wonder just how long gargoyles have lasted. Were they just a passing Mediaeval trend? Apparently not. Gargoyles have lasted well into this century and will most likely outlive this curator. In any event, below, offered for your perusal, are a number of grotesques that adorn the Capitol Building in Albany, New York. This structure was erected in the late 1800's as were the stone figures that reside there. Enjoy. The following images were photographed by the curator.
Victorian Grotesques
Native American Head, Tunnel near East steps
Devil, near main Eastern steps
Lion, South corner, near East steps
Cherub, Southeast corner
Head with Corn and Grain, South side of the East steps
Lionhead, South side of Governor's Ramp
Head, Inside tunnel near North steps
Head, Inside tunnel near East steps
Woman with Fruit, Governor's Ramp, South Entrance
Racoon, East corner, Governor's Ramp, South Entrance
Owl, West corner, Governor's Ramp, South Entrance
Head with Hat, Tunnel near East steps
Web and Spider, East steps, North side
Head, East steps, North side
Man, Governor's Ramp, North side
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