Look for angels. by leics
I always go angel-spotting when around old religious buildings. Not because I believe in them (because I don't) but because they are often tucked away, beautifully carved or sculpted and (most importantly from my point of view) if they are Medieval then their faces are probably those of real people who were around at the time. In the UK cathedrals and old churches are covered in images of the worthy and not-so-worthy citizens known to the artisans who carved and sculpted and built; I am sure the same applies to the Medieval artisans of other countries. So it's worth exploring the faces a little, for they let us know a little more about the ordinary people who were around at the time........and that builds understanding.
The angels in the picture are hidden away on a side door panel of the Duomo. The one on the right is clearly a most determined young man!
