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Carved ornementation in Iguerande Church

The interior of the church in Iguerande, itself plain and spare, has some rich sculptural ornamentation. This decoration extends over 38 capitals and the bases of the pillars of the nave and choir. Variations in workmanship and composition suggest the involvement of two distinct workshops of sculptors.  

 

The iconographic subjects are typical, with an abundance of plant motifs and abstract designs, and some figured decorations (greenmen, animal heads).  

Devils on abase

On the second column of the main nave, on the north side, one particular capital draws the attention of the visitor. On either side of the head of the column there appears a dog playing the lyre, with a Cyclops on the panpipe.

  

Dog and cyclops musicians

This strange carving is a representation of the perils of secular music.  Although not a sin in itself, it is an encouragement to vice. The capital serves as a warning to the faithful.

 

To carry on with the tour

  • Less than 5 km

  • — Musée Reflets brionnais :
    Open April to october
    Close to the church
    Tél: 03 85 84 15 69
     
  • — Romanesque church of Fleury-la-Montagne
    Go South in Roanne's direction 

  •  — Romanesque church of Melay
    Go West in Melay's direction 

  • Less than 10 km

  • — Romanesque church of Saint Martin du Lac
    Go North in Marcigny's direction
     
  • — Romanesque church of Saint Bonnet de Cray
    Go South, in Roanne's direction
     
  • — Romanesque church of Marcigny
    Go North, in Marcigny's direction
 

More info to carry on the tour on the Bourgogne du Sud's website

 

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