2010
SX9063 : Rearing swan, Gatepost, Torre Abbey, Torquay
taken 14 years ago, near to Torquay, Torbay, England
Rearing swan, Gatepost, Torre Abbey, Torquay
Sculptures of animals guarding an entrance on each side of the main gate clearly have a decorative function. Depending on the animal or bird depicted, they also carry many associations in a general sense. The detail of the pose, etc, adds further layers to the meaning of the symbolism. These swans don't look like pussy cats.
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