Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Evil One (23) in Washington, D.C. (dcMemorials.com - a pictorial directory of memorials, monuments, statues & other outdoor art)

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The "Evil One (23)" is a limestone gargoyle located on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., carved by Constantine Seferlis and designed by Rosemary Lee. Positioned on the south transept's east grand pinnacle, this grotesque is part of the cathedral's extensive collection of gargoyles and grotesques. These sculptures serve both decorative and functional roles, contributing to the cathedral's Gothic architectural character. The cathedral stands near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, close to the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station.