Commerce Dept Bldg: Fisheries tympanum in Washington, D.C. James Earle Fraser ....

tympanum

The Fisheries tympanum is a limestone relief sculpture by James Earle Fraser on the Department of Commerce Building in Washington, D.C. It depicts allegorical themes related to fisheries and is located on the building's west side. The work is part of the Federal Triangle's rich collection of public art and was created in collaboration with architects York & Sawyer. It is recognized in authoritative guides on Washington's outdoor sculpture.