Hedwig, Of Course

I came upon this owl tucked in a case in a corner of the Church of St. Mary the Virgin in Oxford. I immediately thought of Harry Potter's pet snowy owl, Hedwig. I'm afraid I didn't have a chance to read the commentary or find out more about it but I have a feeling it predates the Harry Potter movies.

[Kerri]

Awesome!!

[bkb in the city]

What an interesting item to find in a church

[Cathy Donohoue]

Looks like Hedwig to me, also.
Great catch.

[Laraine Kensicki]

don't know anything about Harry Potter, but this is a terrific shot, Allison!

[Howard Steele]

great shot

[Mrs. Smith]

Wow! Perfect!

[Rick Schies]

I would guess you are right, but perhaps it gave them the idea