Gargoyle Guardians by leanndra

Fractal • Mythology • posted on Mar 02, 2005

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Gargoyle Legend A dragon called La Gargouille lived in a cave close to the River Seine in France. It swallowed ships, caused destruction with its fiery breath, and spouted so much water that it caused flooding. The residents of nearby Rouen attempted to placate La Gargouille with an annual offering of a live victim; although the dragon preferred maidens, it was usually given a criminal to consume. Around the year 600, the priest Romanus (or Romain) arrived in Rouen and promised to deal with the dragon if the townspeople agreed to be baptized and to build a church. Equipped with everything needed for an exorcism, Romanus subdued the dragon by making the sign of the cross. La Gargouille was burned at the stake, but the head and neck, well tempered by the heat of the dragon's fiery breath, would not burn. These remnants were mounted on the town wall and became the model for gargoyles for centuries to come. I hope you will enjoy this image and legend. I also want to thank all of you for viewing my gallery and commenting! It means a lot to me that you do. It also pleases me that you enjoy my art! Thank You...Leanndra Fractal Explorer 2.02 PostWork: GenTex/Textures for Frames 2Pic/Frames PhotoFiltre/Signature

Comments (9)

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mountmous

4:25AM | Wed, 02 March 2005

Nice work, Leanndra. I've never heard the story of Gargouille although I love to see gargoyles on buildings. Especially if there are lots of different ones in a row. Well done!

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Shelamay

5:44AM | Wed, 02 March 2005

Very good background gradient! Excellent composition deept and colors!

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Ruthee

6:40AM | Wed, 02 March 2005

Outstanding Creation, Leanndra. Stunning gradient and frame. Terrific Job. :) V

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Druidstorm

7:04AM | Wed, 02 March 2005

Awe-inspiring design Leanndra, with a beautiful telling of a 7th century legend...I love the old tales the best...As-always excellent work friend!!!...:)

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