← Sackerman, Gilbert

The image shows a building with a cross-topped cupola framed by rows of tall trees. The building has a classical architectural style with symmetrical windows and an arched entrance gate. The horizon is defined by the top edge of the building, as the trees rise above it. The brushstrokes are fluid with a loose, watercolor technique, giving movement to the foliage and shadows. The color palette includes greens, yellows, browns, blues, and grays, creating a naturalistic scene. The soft, sun-dappled light suggests a serene day.

New York City Hospital

Sackerman, Gilbert · American

1935/1942

Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Classification
Index of American Design
Period
1926 to 1950
Image size
3410 × 4567px

Description

The image shows a building with a cross-topped cupola framed by rows of tall trees. The building has a classical architectural style with symmetrical windows and an arched entrance gate. The horizon is defined by the top edge of the building, as the trees rise above it. The brushstrokes are fluid with a loose, watercolor technique, giving movement to the foliage and shadows. The color palette includes greens, yellows, browns, blues, and grays, creating a naturalistic scene. The soft, sun-dappled light suggests a serene day.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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