Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Caterpillar (97) in Washington, D.C. by Malcolm Harlow

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Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Caterpillar (97) in Washington, D.C. by Malcolm Harlow

The Caterpillar (97) gargoyle is a limestone sculpture by Malcolm Harlow located on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. It is part of the cathedral's extensive collection of gargoyles and grotesques that decorate its Gothic Revival architecture. The cathedral is situated near the intersection of Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, close to the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station. These gargoyles serve both artistic and functional roles, contributing to the cathedral's unique character.