Free Hand Decorated Wall

c. 1940

Michael Lauretano

Associated Names
Michael Lauretano

Artist, American, 1915 - 2008

This is a painting featuring an eagle surrounded by a floral motif. The central figure is a black and white eagle with its wings spread, holding arrows in its talons. Above the eagle are the words "FEDERAL UNION" in an arc, surrounded by stars. The composition includes a garland of black and white leaves with red flowers at the top and bottom. The color scheme is mainly black, white, and red against a neutral background. The style resembles early American folk art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 72.3 x 54.8 cm (28 7/16 x 21 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7776

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614599

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