Stern Board

c. 1939

Louis Plogsted

Associated Names
Louis Plogsted

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This painting depicts an eagle with a backdrop of stars and symbols. The artwork includes a central motif of an eagle with wings spread, holding a bundle of arrows and olive branches set against a dark oval background. Surrounding the eagle are several stars forming a loose, semi-circular pattern. Decorative embellishments resembling cursive script or symbolic knots are present on either side of the eagle. The surroundings of the central image consist of rich brown wood-like textures, suggesting a crafted or engraved medium. This artwork is created in the style of classical American folk art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.8 x 54.4 cm (14 1/2 x 21 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 34" long; 17" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14888


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: PLOGSTED

Wikidata ID

Q64594005

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