A bronze plaque with a raised relief sculpture of an eagle with a snake. The rectangular plaque is copper-colored with darker brown and black patches. The eagle's head and wings are raised, with its talons gripping a snake. The eagle faces right, with its head turned to look back over its shoulder. Its beak is open. The snake's head faces up, and the body coils under the eagle. The background of the plaque shows signs of wear. The plaque sits on a gray surface with a dark background.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1241 × 893 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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