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Symbolizes mortality and the transient nature of life. Common in mori stone sculptures, reminding viewers of death.

Combines a human head with a lion's body, representing wisdom and power. It is most famously represented in the Great Sphinx of Giza.

Represents concepts such as cycle, progression, and change. In Buddhist sculptures, the Dharma Wheel symbolizes the path to enlightenment.

Represents a journey, a quest for spiritual truth, and the complexity of the path of life. Often carved into the floors of medieval cathedrals.

Symbol of purity, light, and the Holy Trinity. It has associations with French royalty and is found in abundance in Gothic architecture.

As a symbol of divine power and a guardian of treasures, griffins combine an eagle's head with a lion's body. They adorned ancient Greek and Persian sculptures.

As a symbol of power, vision, and authority, the eagle is prevalent in Roman and Native American stone sculptures.

Symbolizes abundance and nourishment, the cornucopia is often found carved into Roman sarcophagi, among other works.

Gargoyles serve as both protectors from evil spirits and as a drain system in Gothic architecture. Their grotesque forms were thought to ward off harm.

Represent balance and justice. Often present in Roman and Greek sculpture as an attribute of the goddesses of justice, Themis and Justitia respectively.

Symbolizes creative power, protection, and the presence of God. Hand motifs can be found in a variety of ancient cultures, including prehistoric cave art.

Symbolizes growth, interconnectedness of all life, and immortality. It’s a common motif in various cultures, representing life’s branching complexity.

A symbol of nature, rebirth, and the cyclic nature of seasons, commonly found in medieval European stone carvings.

Represents the combination of multiple animals and the power of nature; could be protective or malevolent. It’s seen in various forms in many cultures.

Symbolizes eternal life and was commonly used in ancient Greek and Roman architecture as a decorative motif on Corinthian columns.

A symbol of strength, courage, and royalty. Common in ancient Assyrian stone reliefs, representing power and dominance.

The lotus flower represents purity and divine birth. In ancient Egyptian sculptures, it symbolized the sun and creation.

Represents rebirth, healing, and fertility. In ancient Mesoamerican cultures, serpents were often associated with water and vegetation gods.

The knot is symbolic of continuity, eternity, and interconnectedness. Celtic stone sculptures often feature intricate knotwork to convey these themes.

Originally a symbol of good fortune and auspiciousness in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, but its meaning was later tainted by misguided appropriation in the 20th century.

A symbolic gateway marking the transition from the mundane to the sacred in Shinto religion. Common in Japanese sculpture and architecture.