Carved Eagle

c. 1942

Alice Cosgrove

Associated Names
Alice Cosgrove

Artist, American, c. 1906 - 1971

This is a painting of an emblem featuring a bird and a banner. The central focus is a golden bird with outstretched wings, clutching a banner with the inscription "WENTWORTH" and the initials "K.P.". A blue flag with a white star is also part of the design. The composition is minimalistic against a plain backdrop. The brushstrokes and color palette suggest a formal and heraldic style, similar to traditional insignias or coats of arms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.7 x 54.7 cm (14 7/16 x 21 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9826

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Alice E. Cosgrove -41

Wikidata ID

Q64534477

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