Finely Carved Federal Eagle
Wood
Carved in the Round on a Rocky Perch
American, probably New England
Circa 1850
25″ H; 24″ W; 14″ D
With wings spread, this beautifully carved eagle stands on a rocky perch. Although undocumented, it was said to have been originally displayed in a Staten Island New York fire house. It retains an old, dark surface and survives in excellent condition commensurate with age, use and expected shrinkage.
