Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Caveman (89) in Washington, D.C. (dcMemorials.com - a pictorial directory of memorials, monuments, statues & other outdoor art)

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The Caveman (89) gargoyle is a limestone sculpture located on the northwest tower of the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. Designed by Jay Hall Carpenter and carved by Cary Shafer and Robert Alger, it is part of the cathedral's extensive collection of gargoyles and grotesques. Positioned at roof level on the southwest corner, this piece exemplifies the Gothic Revival style and artistic craftsmanship of the cathedral's stonework. It is accessible to visitors as part of the cathedral's gargoyle tour.