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Ship's Stern Ornament

L. B. Hartmann

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an eagle with a shield. The artwork depicts a golden eagle with one wing raised and its head turned to the side. The eagle is perched on a laurel branch or similar element, and it clutches a shield emblazoned with stars and stripes. The painting exhibits fine detail in the feathers, capturing the natural texture and vibrancy of the bird.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4860 × 3295 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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