Capital, Grande Sauve Abbey, France 1079

This Romanesque capital, carved in stone around 1079, showcases the intricate details of the style. Located at Grande Sauve Abbey in France, the capital depicts two lions flanking a central figure. The lions, with their powerful bodies and stylized manes, represent strength and vigilance, while the central figure, possibly a prophet or apostle, emphasizes the religious significance of the abbey. The capital’s intricate carvings and the use of symbolic imagery are characteristic of Romanesque art.