Griffins - Orlando, Florida. USA.
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member veritas vita
N 28° 32.493 W 081° 22.732
17R E 462936 N 3157253
A classic relief sculpture of epic creatures, featuring a pair of Griffins, who are known for guarding treasure and priceless possessions, found above the doorway of what was originally a Bank. Located in Dowmtown Orlando, Florida.
Waymark Code: WMFZ68
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 12/21/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member wildwoodke
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These epic creatures - Feature two opposing Griffins with their paws raised and resting on a Grecian Urn. (The pot of Gold) The Relief Sculpture is above the main entrance to what is now known as the Chicone Building, gifted to the Valencia College. The building was originally constructed by the 'First National Bank' in 1929 in the city centre, Orlando, Florida.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:-
"The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. As the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts and the eagle was the king of the birds, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature. The griffin was also thought of as king of the creatures. Griffins are known for guarding treasure and priceless possessions" Text Source: (visit link)

DOWNTOWN CENTER - Chicone Bldg.
190 S Orange Avenue
Orlando,, Florida USA
32801
Time Period: Ancient

Approximate Date of Epic Period: 3,000 BC to the present Day.

Epic Type: Mythical

Exhibit Type: Mural, Painting, Photograph

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