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Capitalsn of the Portico of Glory

Master Mateoca. 1168-1188

The Catedral de Santiago Foundation

The Catedral de Santiago Foundation
Santiago de Compostela, Spain

As for the capitals, as will happen with those that are placed on the columns of the second order, both vegetable and animal scenes are represented. Vegetables are made up of the so-called cabbage leaves. The zoomorphic are made of both, real animals, among lions and birds both genres stand out, as well as fantastic ones, such as mermaids, griffins or dragons.

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  • Title: Capitalsn of the Portico of Glory
  • Creator: Master Mateo
  • Date Created: ca. 1168-1188
  • Location: Santiago de Compostela, Spain
  • Type: Capitals
  • Medium: Granite
The Catedral de Santiago Foundation

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