Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Iguana (17) in Washington, D.C. by Carl L Bush, Edward Ratti

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Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Iguana (17) in Washington, D.C. by Carl L Bush, Edward Ratti

The Iguana (17) gargoyle is a limestone sculpture by Carl L Bush and Edward Ratti located on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. It is one of 112 gargoyles that decorate the cathedral, positioned at the N Nave Bay 6 Triforium Level E near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW. This animal-themed gargoyle exemplifies the cathedral's Gothic Revival artistry and stone craftsmanship. Visitors can explore this and other gargoyles through tours and photographic archives.