Images of lust : sexual carvings on medieval churches / Anthony Weir and James Jerman.

Sexually explicit sculptures may be found on a number of medieval churches in France and Spain. This fascinating study examines the origins and purposes of these sculptures, viewing them not as magical fertility symbols, nor even as idols of ancient pre-Christian religions, but as serious works that...

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Online Access:	Full Text (via Taylor & Francis)
Main Author:	Weir, Anthony
Other Authors:	Jerman, James
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	London ; New York : Routledge, 1993, ©1986
Edition:	Pbk. ed.
Subjects:	Erotic sculpture, European > Themes, motives. Sculpture, Medieval > Themes, motives. Church decoration and ornament > Themes, motives.