Washington National Cathedral Grotesques: Lobster & Octopus in Washington, D.C. located in James M. Goode's Wisconsin Avenue area

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The Lobster and Octopus grotesques are limestone sculptures located at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., specifically in the Wisconsin Avenue area. They are part of the Cathedral's extensive collection of over 100 gargoyles and grotesques, which blend traditional Gothic motifs with naturalistic animal forms. These sculptures contribute to the Cathedral's unique artistic and symbolic program and are documented in James M. Goode's "Washington Sculpture." They are accessible near the Woodley Park - Zoo - Adams Morgan Metro station.