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Eagle Figurehead

F.W. Powell

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a carved wooden eagle. The painting showcases an intricately carved eagle with its wings spread wide. Its feathers are depicted with detailed precision and colored in shades of brown with a white head. The beak is bright yellow. The eagle is perched on a decorative wooden base with ornate carvings in black and gold. The background is plain. This is in the style of traditional American folk art.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
4932 × 3329 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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