Maynard Reece (American, 1920-2020). Eagle Country, 1998. Oil on canvas. 16 x 24 inches (40.6 x 61.0 cm). Signed and dat...

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Maynard Reece (American, 1920-2020)
Eagle Country, 1998
Oil on canvas
16 x 24 inches (40.6 x 61.0 cm)
Signed and dated lower right: Maynard Reece / 1998

Property from the BSA Settlement Trust, Sold for the Benefit of Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Maynard Reece's Eagle Country captures the soaring majesty of a bald eagle against a backdrop of rugged, pine-covered terrain. Known for his precision in wildlife illustration and five-time winner of the Federal Duck Stamp competition, Reece imbues the scene with both realism and reverence. The composition highlights the eagle in flight-a symbol of strength, vision, and freedom-qualities long embraced by the Boy Scouts of America.

The bald eagle is also the namesake of the Scouts' highest rank, the Eagle Scout, representing leadership, service, and perseverance. Reece's portrayal resonates deeply with these values, offering a powerful visual metaphor for the ideals Scouts strive to embody. With its sweeping sense of space and crisp detail, Eagle Country stands as both a celebration of America's natural heritage and a tribute to the aspirational spirit at the heart of the Scouting tradition.


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