Inn Sign: "A. Phelps'"

Martin Partyka

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a stylized eagle with outspread wings. The eagle is painted in a rich reddish-brown color, with intricately detailed feathers and a fierce expression. The talons are prominently displayed with bright yellow and black tipped claws, standing on a muted, earthy terrain. The background has a wooden texture. At the bottom of the painting, there is a black band with the text "A. PHELPS' INN" in bold yellow letters. In the bottom right corner of the main panel, the word "Rice." is painted. The painting is framed with a simple dark border. This is in the style of traditional American folk art signage.