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A. M. Ferris Estate

William Merklin

National Gallery of Art

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.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
2838 × 4026 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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