A spectacular lifelike Special Polychrome Edition sculpture of an American bald eagle wrenching a trout from water. The eagle is depicted with finely detailed and articulated feathers, talons, and head, while the fish is also detailed with fin striations and punch-dot scaling. The eagle is also full polychrome with lighter tail and head feathers, polished bronze legs and beak, tarnished body feathers and fish, along with a blue/green patina water base. Fitted on an ascending step two tier green marble plinth that conforms to the splash of the base. The base is signed "ChoPE'" for artist Edward B. Chope' (19th century American, 1815-1901). Included with the sculpture is a certificate of authenticity signed by the president of the American Bronze Factory, Charles L. Wambold III, which lists the edition, artist's name, identifies the sculpture as "Casting No. 12 of 100," and notes that it was created using the "lost wax" casting method. With the following dimensions as listed on the certificate: 34 1/2 inches high, 25 inches wide, 19 1/2 inches deep, weight is 145 pounds.

Excellent overall, with minimal age and handling marks.