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Golden Eagle

Clarence W. Dawson

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a large eagle sculpture with outstretched wings perched on top of an orb-like object. The eagle is rendered in shades of gold and brown with intricate detailing, especially in the feathers, while the orb beneath it is textured in gray with darker accents. The eagle is centrally positioned at the top of the image, dominating the frame, while the orb sits directly beneath it, aligned with the center. The color palette consists of metallic yellows, browns, grays, and a muted light background, emphasizing the sculpture’s details.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3399 × 3494 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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