Small Ship's Billet Head

c. 1939

Alfred H. Smith

Associated Names
Alfred H. Smith

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an object with an eagle head and decorative carvings. The object has one end shaped like an eagle's head with details of feathers and features. The other end has ornamental designs that appear engraved or molded into the surface, with clean lines and shading suggesting precise drafting technique.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 37.9 cm (11 1/16 x 14 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9820

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534319

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