The image features an aerial view of a landscape design. The horizon is not visible, highlighting the layout of the estate grounds. The style shows detailed brushstrokes outlining different vegetation and garden plots with a vibrant and diverse color palette. Green, yellow, and brown depict trees and grass, while red is used for structures. Blue and purple tones suggest water or shadows. The forefront shows geometric garden plots with various patterns. Paths and traditional landscape elements are also visible. Farther in the distance is a red building surrounded by circular landscapes.
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The image features an aerial view of a landscape design. The horizon is not visible, highlighting the layout of the estate grounds. The style shows detailed brushstrokes outlining different vegetation and garden plots with a vibrant and diverse color palette. Green, yellow, and brown depict trees and grass, while red is used for structures. Blue and purple tones suggest water or shadows. The forefront shows geometric garden plots with various patterns. Paths and traditional landscape elements are also visible. Farther in the distance is a red building surrounded by circular landscapes.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

A. M. Ferris Estate

William Merklin

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 51 x 38.1 cm (20 1/16 x 15 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.10488
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W

Subjects and terms

  • New York
  • American
Inscription

across bottom in gouache: THE ANDREW M. FERRIS ESTATE - THE BLACKWELL SURVEY 1860

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