The baptismal font at St Mary’s Church in East Ruston, Norfolk, dates from the 14th or 15th century. While the main structure of the font is medieval, it underwent significant restoration in 1884. Wikipedia Wikipedia +1 Key details about the font include: Design: It is an octagonal stone bowl set on a stem surrounded by carvings of "grotesque beasts" or demons. Carvings: The bowl panels feature carvings of the Four Evangelists (an eagle, lion, man, and ox) alternating with human heads. Restoration: Although medieval in origin, the carvings were heavily recut or restored in the 19th century. Position: The font is located at the west end of the church, under the tower

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The baptismal font at St Mary’s Church in East Ruston, Norfolk, dates from the 14th or 15th century. While the main structure of the font is medieval, it underwent significant restoration in 1884. Wikipedia Wikipedia +1 Key details about the font include: Design: It is an octagonal stone bowl set on a stem surrounded by carvings of "grotesque beasts" or demons. Carvings: The bowl panels feature carvings of the Four Evangelists (an eagle, lion, man, and ox) alternating with human heads. Restoration: Although medieval in origin, the carvings were heavily recut or restored in the 19th century. Position: The font is located at the west end of the church, under the tower
A human head and two of the Evangelists on the side of the ancient baptismal font