Eagle

1935/1942

John Davis

Associated Names
John Davis

Artist, American, 1908 - 1961

The sculpture depicts an eagle with its wings spread wide, perched on a small platform or natural element. The sculpture is rendered in a brown color palette, with variations in shade highlighting the detailing of its feathers. The material appears to be wood, evident from the carved texture and realistic representation of the plumage. The eagle is carved with a gaping beak. The piece is displayed against a plain background, emphasizing the intricate details of the sculpture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 31.4 x 50 cm (12 3/8 x 19 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9832

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York, 1970: 22.

Wikidata ID

Q64582361

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