Tavern Sign: "Temperance"

c. 1940

John Matulis

Associated Names
John Matulis

Artist, American, 1910 - 2000

This is a painting of an eagle with outstretched wings above a globe, accompanied by celestial symbols and the word "TEMPERANCE". The wooden panel painting features a prominently spread eagle perched on a globe. Flanking the eagle are a stylized sun to the left and a crescent moon to the right, along with scattered stars and small circular patterns on a dark background. The word "TEMPERANCE" is displayed in large, golden letters at the bottom. The painting's rustic wooden panel suggests historical significance, resembling American Folk Art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 47.3 x 67.2 cm (18 5/8 x 26 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 77" long; 29" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16492


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64583800

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