A. M. Ferris Estate

c. 1936

William Merklin

Associated Names
William Merklin

Artist, American, active c. 1935

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.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51 x 38.1 cm (20 1/16 x 15 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10488


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom in gouache: THE ANDREW M. FERRIS ESTATE - THE BLACKWELL SURVEY 1860

Wikidata ID

Q64638635

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