The Bird of Washington or Great American Sea Eagle

About this work

This is a large, detailed bird perched on a rocky ledge. Its feathers are mostly dark brown with lighter streaks on the chest and wings. The bird’s head is a mix of black and white, with a sharp, hooked beak. Its talons are gripping a rock, and its tail feathers fan out behind it. The bird’s name is written below it: *The Bird of Washington*. This was a nickname for the bald eagle, which was later adopted as the U.S. national symbol. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists used metal plates and ink to create sharp, precise images like this one.