Gargoyles & Grotesques in Sizun

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Gargoyles and grotesques abound on the outside of The Church of St Suliau in Sizun! This is perhaps my favourite of the Enclos Paroissial. It is situated at a crossroads in the middle of the village. The tall, thin spire can be seen from afar and as you approach the Church the grand Triumphal Arch greets you.

The Church of St Suliau, Sizun

The Siren Maiden

She is everywhere!

The Church of St Suliau, Sizun
Siren maiden next to the Triumphal Arch
The Church of St Suliau, Sizun

Lion or Dragon

The lion/dragon is also a prominent motif on the outside of the building, and of course ‘heads’ all the cross beams inside the church.

The Church of St Suliau, Sizun
The Church of St Suliau, Sizun
The Church of St Suliau, Sizun

Frieze around the church

The frieze around the church is extraordinary – peopled with animals, siren maidens, gargoyles, dragons…

And in a corner…

The Church of St Suliau, Sizun

Gargoyles and grostesques are a study all on their own.

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