Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Crooked Politician (93) in Washington, D.C. by Jay Hall Carpenter, Walter Arnold

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The "Crooked Politician" gargoyle is a limestone sculpture on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., designed by Jay Hall Carpenter and carved by Walter Arnold. It is part of a series of gargoyles that decorate the cathedral's exterior, known for their unique and often satirical designs. Located near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, this gargoyle contributes to the cathedral's Gothic Revival style and serves as a piece of social commentary in stone.