Golden Eagle Gatepost

c. 1938

Henry Murphy

Associated Names
Henry Murphy

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture portrays a bird that resembles a rooster, with wings partially open, perched on a spherical object. It is crafted from a golden material, showcasing a metallic sheen and texture. The feathers are intricately detailed, with visible layers and patterns across its body and wings. The sculpture stands on a small, rectangular base with a wooden texture. The bird's posture is upright and regal, displaying a sense of balance and structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.2 x 34.7 cm (17 x 13 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16882

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1952

  • Christensen, Erwin O., Early American Woodcarving, New York: 1952, p. 81, fig. 27.

Wikidata ID

Q64573983

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