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Tavern Sign: "Temperance"

John Matulis

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an eagle with outstretched wings above a globe, accompanied by celestial symbols and the word "TEMPERANCE". The wooden panel painting features a prominently spread eagle perched on a globe. Flanking the eagle are a stylized sun to the left and a crescent moon to the right, along with scattered stars and small circular patterns on a dark background. The word "TEMPERANCE" is displayed in large, golden letters at the bottom. The painting's rustic wooden panel suggests historical significance, resembling American Folk Art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
5025 × 3510 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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