Images of Lust: Sexual Carvings on Medieval Churches

Anthony Weir, James Jerman

Routledge, 1986 - Art - 166 pages

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 dealt with the sexual customs and salvation of medieval folk, and thus gave support to the Church's moral teachings.

About the author

James Jerman, after retiring from the School of Education at Leicester University, continues to be a part-time tutor in local history in the Department of Adult Education. Anthony Weir is a freelance photographer and artist and travelled widely in Europe to draw illustrations and take photographs for this book.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Images of Lust: Sexual Carvings on Medieval Churches
• Editors: Anthony Weir, James Jerman
• Edition: illustrated, reprint
• Publisher: Routledge, 1986
• ISBN: 0415151562, 9780415151566
• Length: 166 pages
• Subjects: Art / History / General