Stern Board c. 1939

"Stern Board" is a painted wooden board created by Louis Plogsted circa 1939. The board depicts a bald eagle with outstretched wings, holding two American flags in its talons, against a backdrop of stars. The eagle is a powerful symbol of America and its national identity. Plogsted's work, likely made for a ship's stern, reflects a period of national pride and the importance of patriotic symbols. This piece is a valuable example of American folk art and maritime decoration.