John B. Bull Garden

c. 1938

Gilbert Sackerman

Associated Names
Gilbert Sackerman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an aerial view of a planned estate with a meticulously designed garden layout. The view is directly overhead, displaying the estate's grounds with no visible horizon. Two pink-hued buildings are positioned diagonally across the image, surrounded by greenery and pathways. The garden sections are divided into geometric plots with intricate flower patterns in soft pinks, blues, and greens. The brushstrokes show a neat and structured technique, emphasizing symmetrical arrangements. The color palette consists mainly of shades of green with accents of pink. Decorative paths and spaces with abstract garden designs are present between the buildings, and trees and bushes are depicted with blueish and green tones, suggesting well-maintained landscaping.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.7 x 38 cm (19 15/16 x 14 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10474


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom in watercolor: THE JOHN B. BULL ESTATE - THE BLACKWELL SURVEY 1860

Wikidata ID

Q64572257

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