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Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness
Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness

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The four original pinnacles have survived in surprisingly good condition. To the west, a seated lion (possibly once winged) is balanced by a coy female companion. Behind are two hairy woodwoses. 
Title

Woodwoses, Lion and Lioness

Date

15th C

Medium

stone

Accession number

IP14_TJ_S083

Work type

Sculpture

Owner

St Mary Mendlesham Parochial Church Council 

Custodian

St Mary Mendlesham Parochial Church Council 

Work status

extant

Listing status

Grade I (England and Wales)

Access

at all times

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