Eagle

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
American 20th Century

Artist

The sculpture depicts an eagle with its wings spread as if in flight, perched on a spherical shape. It is rendered in a dark, metallic color, giving the appearance of bronze. Details of the eagle's beak, claws, and feathers are intricately depicted, emphasizing its majestic nature. The eagle is shown in an assertive posture, with wings partially open and head slightly lowered, looking forward. The sculpture captures the essence of an eagle poised to take flight or assert its presence.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.9 x 36.8 cm (11 3/8 x 14 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17245

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 460, no. 1599.

Wikidata ID

Q64535277

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