Eagle 2012

"Eagle" (2012) by Eckart Hahn (b. 1971) is a hyperrealistic painting featuring a bald eagle perched on a red bone. The eagle stands against a background of a blue star, symbolizing the United States. The eagle's perch is positioned over a blue and a yellow, crinkled object, evoking the imagery of discarded plastic bags. Hahn's masterful use of detail and photorealistic style adds a layer of critique to the traditional symbolism associated with the bald eagle, suggesting a deeper meaning related to consumerism and environmental impact.