Ship's Carving

c. 1939

Albert Rudin

Associated Names
Albert Rudin

Artist, American, 1882 - 1943

The sculpture is a relief carving of an eagle with outstretched wings clutching a shield decorated with stars and stripes. It is made of wood with a natural brown hue, and the wood grain is visible, enhancing the texture. The sculpture is placed in a rectangular frame with rounded edges at a slight angle on a neutral background, highlighting the craftsmanship. This perspective showcases the detailed feathers of the eagle and the intricate design of the shield.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 57.6 x 46.3 cm (22 11/16 x 18 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16369

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York, 1970: 31, pl. 58.

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Albert Rudin.

Wikidata ID

Q64533946

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