Weather Vane - Eagle

c. 1937

Milton Grubstein

Associated Names
Milton Grubstein

Artist, American, born 1918

This is a drawing of an abstract bird shape. The artwork features a large, solid black silhouette of a bird, with its wings spread wide as if in flight. The bird is centrally positioned and drawn in a manner that suggests strength. The texture of the bird's silhouette is enhanced with small, light marks, giving it a slightly weathered appearance. It appears to be flying against a neutral, light background. The lines are clean and precise, creating a stark contrast between the bird and its surrounding space. A vertical line passes through the bird's body. This is a simple image that evokes themes of freedom and resilience. The signature is visible in the bottom right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.2 x 29 cm (8 3/4 x 11 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 38" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16191


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: GRUBSTEIN

Wikidata ID

Q64617626

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