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Eagle Stern Piece

Betty Fuerst

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an eagle with an American flag. The eagle is perched atop an arrangement of banners designed with the stars and stripes pattern of the American flag. A shield bearing the flag's design rests at the base of its neck. The composition is centered against a minimalist background, emphasizing the detailed rendering of the eagle and the vibrant folds of the flags.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
4869 × 3265 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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