Finial Eagle

c. 1937

James McLellan

Associated Names
James McLellan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a wooden eagle figure. The image depicts a carved wooden eagle with its wings partially spread, showcasing intricate feather detailing. The eagle's head is turned slightly to the right, displaying a proud posture and its beak is prominently featured. The rich color tones range from deep browns to lighter shades, highlighting the texture of wood and intricacy of the carving work. The background is a plain light color, which accentuates the central figure of the eagle.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 61.4 x 45 cm (24 3/16 x 17 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9743

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 817, no. 2873.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: James McLellan. --

Wikidata ID

Q64580622

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