Fancy Bird

1953

Milton Avery

Associated Names
Milton Avery

Artist, American, 1885 - 1965

The sculpture is a relief depiction of a rooster in profile. The surface is dark with a black and blue hue, possibly crafted from a wood-like material. The texture features carved lines and etchings portraying the feathers, tail, body, and head of the rooster. The rooster is within a rectangular frame, exhibiting a hand-carved appearance with a rough and uneven surface. The background shows a pattern hinting at a stylized interpretation of the environment. The initials "AM" are etched into the bottom right corner of the piece.
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Bibliography

1973

  • Lunn, Harry H., Jr. Milton Avery: Prints 1933-1955. Washington, D.C.: Graphics International Ltd., 1973, no. 46.

Wikidata ID

Q63571169

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