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Metal Eagle

Zabelle Missirian

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features an eagle with its wings spread wide, perched on a spherical base. The eagle is detailed with feathered wings and intense eyes, made from a golden-hued material. Its talons firmly grasp the sphere. The color scheme includes gold, brown, and gray tones, with the base resting on a square platform.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4212 × 3109 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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