Door Stop: Eagle 1935 - 1942

Arthur Mathews's "Door Stop: Eagle" is a watercolor and gouache painting from 1935 to 1942. Depicting a golden eagle with outstretched wings perched on a black pedestal, the artwork serves as a design study for a door stop. The painting showcases Mathews's meticulous attention to detail, evident in the realistic depiction of the eagle's feathers, talons, and the smooth surface of the pedestal. This artwork provides insight into Mathews's interest in functional design, blending artistic skill with everyday utility.