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Stern Piece

c. 1939

Laura Bilodeau

Associated Names

Laura Bilodeau

Artist, American, 1896 - 1982

This is a drawing of an eagle perched on a base, featuring a shield on its chest. The eagle has spread wings and the shield has a pattern with horizontal stripes and a star on a dark background. The wings are yellow, and the eagle is positioned on a textured green and brown base. The drawing emphasizes the wings and shield, with detailed texture and color.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 38.2 x 55.6 cm (15 1/16 x 21 7/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: 71" long
Accession Number

1943.8.14918

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64592690

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