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Eagle

c. 1940

Milton Grubstein

Associated Names

Milton Grubstein

Artist, American, born 1918

The sculpture is of an eagle with its wings spread wide, appearing in a dynamic position. The color of the sculpture is dark grey, suggesting a stone-like material. The eagle is detailed with feathers and musculature, sitting on a simple base.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 36.7 x 53.8 cm (14 7/16 x 21 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.9810

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Grubstein

Wikidata ID

Q64615174

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