Carved and painted wood, metal talons, signed and dated 1997 to posterior right wing, ring mounted on posterior for display.

27 1/2 x 26 1/4 x 7 in.

From the Estate of the late Joseph D. Rowand, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Joe Rowand was instrumental in developing a contemporary art scene in North Carolina. After studying in New York City at Parsons, he brought the big city art feel to Chapel Hill, North Carolina when he opened Somerhill Gallery in 1972. His gallery served as an epicenter for collectors and artists to gather and grow for over thirty years.

Although little is known about Coen Chrenhand, he was active in Mississippi.

Some glued repairs to inner wings; surface stains with some areas of later paint.