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Eagle Sternpiece

Alfred H. Smith

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an eagle perched above a patriotic banner. A golden eagle is depicted in vivid detail, seeming to grasp a decorative banner that combines the stars and stripes motif reminiscent of the American flag. The banner is swagged and suspended with golden staves and spear tips. The eagle is rendered with intricate feather details, and the overall composition embodies a sense of pride and majesty.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
4580 × 3109 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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