Gargoyles & Griffins

1. Garden gargoyle statues and griffins make interesting conversation pieces, especially when you consider that their original purpose was to keep evil spirits out of churches and other buildings.

2. The construction material used to make garden gargoyle statues and griffins is something to be aware of. Resin, fiberglass, and concrete are well-suited to the outdoors. Brass and iron will maintain structural integrity, but they will weather gracefully.

3. Outside gargoyle statues originally referred to only the grotesque creatures that served as gutter spouts on medieval buildings, but now the term applies to all of these decorative and storied creatures, regardless of function.

4. Griffins are small mythical creatures that have the heads and wings of eagles and the bodies of lions, combining what people believed to be the King of the Air and the King of the Beasts. They symbolize power and majesty.

5. Be sure the outside gargoyle statues and griffins you purchase to accent your lawn or garden are of suitable size.

6. Some large gargoyle statues and griffins are available with your choice of finish. Look for alternatives if you have a specific finish color in mind.

7. The weight of large gargoyle statues or griffins you are considering can be a factor if you plan on moving them around your yard or into your home for the winter.

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