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Billet Head: Eagle

Dorothy Van Dunker

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a stylized eagle head. The artwork features a vibrant and abstract depiction of an eagle's head, painted with bold colors. The beak is black and curves prominently, leading into a red and orange open mouth. The head is primarily yellow, with a mix of red, black, and white geometric patterns on its neck. The eye of the eagle is painted with a shiny, reflective quality. The painting has a flat, two-dimensional appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3977 × 2480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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