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Eagle from USS Enterprise

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an eagle with a scroll inscribed "E PLURIBUS UNUM" perched on rocks. The eagle has its wings fully extended, and is holding a shield, an olive branch, and arrows. The painting is done in the style of John James Audubon. The banner with the phrase "E PLURIBUS UNUM" is scrolled across the eagle. The color palette is warm, with browns and golds dominant. The details of feathers and talons are meticulously rendered.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
5014 × 3220 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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