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Whitehall Estate and Garden

Leo Drozdoff

National Gallery of Art

The image is an aerial view of a garden and its surrounding area. The horizon is high in the image, showing the shoreline where the sand meets the sea. A small wooden boat with people is by the water, and two small houses are near the shore. The garden below is divided into geometric sections with flower beds and pathways in perfect symmetry. The brushstrokes are delicate and precise, giving a clean style to the garden. The color palette includes earthy tones for pathways and buildings, vibrant greens for gardens and trees, and bright reds for the roofs. Closest to us is a large building with a red-tiled roof. Figures are shown walking along paths and working in the garden. In the distance are rows of houses, separated by trees.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3520 × 4447 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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