Eagle Woodcarving

c. 1939

Willard Hazen

Associated Names
Willard Hazen

Artist, American, 1900 - 1971

This is a painting of an eagle's head carved from wood. The painting features a detailed depiction of an eagle's head, intricately carved from wood. The head showcases finely detailed feathers with varying shades of brown. The eagle's beak is painted in bright yellow with a touch of red at the mouth area. The piece is reminiscent of the style of John James Audubon, known for his realistic bird illustrations. The background is a plain, light color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.6 x 52.3 cm (14 7/16 x 20 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9900

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York, 1970: 32, pl. 59.

Wikidata ID

Q64636011

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