Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Minotaur (62) in Washington, D.C. by Jay Hall Carpenter, Cary Shafer

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The Minotaur gargoyle (62) at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. is a limestone sculpture designed by Jay Hall Carpenter and carved by Cary Shafer. It is part of the cathedral's extensive collection of gargoyles that combine artistic and functional roles. Located near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, the cathedral is accessible via the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station. This gargoyle exemplifies the Gothic Revival style and mythological themes present throughout the cathedral's stonework.