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Eagle Holding a Heron

Antoine-Louis Barye

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features an eagle with its wings spread wide, perched on a rocky outcrop. A goat is seen beneath the eagle. The sculpture is made of bronze with a dark brown color and greenish patinas. The scene appears dynamic and intense, with detailed feathers and rugged textures. It is approximately the size of a small to medium table centerpiece, allowing multiple viewing angles at eye level.

Artwork Details

Date
model n.d., cast c. 1857/1873
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
12388 × 9800 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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