American Eagle is a drawing by Heather Ward which was uploaded on February 21st, 2013.
American Eagle
I have been planning this drawing for years, but only now felt I would be able to pull it off. This is my reconstruction of the coat of arms of the... more
by Heather Ward
Original - Sold
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Dimensions
12.000 x 9.000 x 0.125 inches
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Title
American Eagle
Artist
Heather Ward
Medium
Drawing - Scratchboard
Description
I have been planning this drawing for years, but only now felt I would be able to pull it off. This is my reconstruction of the coat of arms of the United States, one half of the Great Seal of the US. The bald eagle stands with wings outstretched, holding a ribbon (traditionally a scroll) with "e pluribus unum" in its mouth. In front is the shield with 13 stripes, here engraved on a breastplate. In one foot are arrows, depicting readiness to fight if needed, while in the other foot are olive branches, depicting peace. That the eagle faces the olive branches denotes a preference for peace. Usually, there is one branch and 13 arrows, but I expanded it to make a nest of these materials (though I imagine half would not be pleasant to sit on). Finally, there are 13 stars above the head, showing through the clouds.
Uploaded
February 21st, 2013
