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Images of Lust : Sexual Carvings on Medieval Churches
Images of Lust Sexual Carvings on Medieval Churches
From the famous sheela-na-gigs, through all forms of exhibitionists-mermaids, centaurs, misers and priapic figures--extraordinary sculptures considered "obscene" by today's standards may be found on churches in Britain, Ireland, France and Spain. This book examines their origins and purposes and sees them not as sacrilegious figures, or symbols,...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780415151566
ISBN-10: 0415151562
Publication Date: 1/2000
Pages: 168
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Publisher: Routledge
Book Type: Paperback
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