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Plaque

Object Name:
Plaque
Object ID:
2024.031
Creator:
Bellamy, John Haley (1836-1914) -- Sculptor
Place of Origin:
Portsmouth, NH
Date:
1880-1899
Description:
Plaque. John Haley Bellamy (1836-1914) carved and painted eagle plaque with a painted banner reading, "Don't Give up the Ship." The eagle is painted white with red eyes and mouth. Below the eagle there is a red, white and blue shield. Above the eagle there is a red, white and blue painted banner on a black and gold pole. Late19th century.
Material:
Wood
Paint
Dimensions:
H-8.25 W-25 D-4 inches
Credit Line:
Gift of William W. Upton and Mr. and Mrs. James L. Garvin
Subjects:
Eagle, Navy, Carving
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