Owl on Log Bank

c. 1937

William O. Fletcher

Associated Names
William O. Fletcher

Artist, American, c. 1880 - 1954

The image features two intricately carved owl sculptures positioned on a flat surface. The sculpture on the left showcases the owl facing slightly toward the viewer with detailed features like feathers and eyes, while the object on the right is oriented away, displaying the owl's backside and tail. The color palette consists of earthy tones including shades of brown, beige, and hints of green on the base. The owl sculpture with its face visible is situated more to the left side of the image, and the other sculpture, facing away, is positioned to the right, creating a balanced layout between the two.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.8 x 28.8 cm (8 3/16 x 11 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 7 2/3" high; 3" deep; 3 1/3" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8495


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: W.O. Fletcher

Wikidata ID

Q64638842

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