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Wall Bracket

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal wall bracket titled "Wall Bracket" by an unknown artist. The wall bracket features an eagle design. The eagle has a round body with feathers protruding from the bottom and its wings spread out on either side. The eagle's head faces forward and its beak is open. A flat surface extends from the eagle's back for holding objects. The eagle stands on a decorative base with a leaf pattern. The base features a spiral leaf design that tapers to a point at the bottom, ending in a leaf motif. The background of the image is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
1810–20
Medium
Gilt gesso, pine
Culture
American or British
Dimensions
599 × 471 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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