New York City Hospital

Gilbert Sackerman

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a building surrounded by tall trees. The view is focused on the building's entrance. Lush foliage covers much of the upper part of the scene, obscuring the horizon. The sky can be seen in the distance. The watercolor brushstrokes are delicate and fluid. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating patterns on the path leading to the building. The color palette includes soft blues, greens, brown, and deep plum for shadows. A paved walkway is bordered by grass and sunlight, leading to the building with formal steps. The trees create a natural arch over the scene.