The Cathedral of St. John the Divine from Morningside Park

Rachael Robinson Elmer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an elevated view of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in the distance. The horizon line is high with the cathedral dominating the upper portion. The painting uses soft, impressionistic brushstrokes to depict the scene. The color palette is earthy and warm with browns, greens, pinks, and blues. In the foreground, children in bright pastel clothing are playing on a green lawn. The middle section features trees, shrubs, and rocky terrain leading to the cathedral.