A. Elliot Estate

c. 1936

Gilbert Sackerman

Associated Names
Gilbert Sackerman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an elevated view of a park or garden. A large hill is visible in the upper third of the image. The garden below has geometric pathways, plots, and a circular arrangement with colorful flowers. The brushstrokes are delicate and controlled, with a watercolor technique. The color palette includes greens of the foliage and vibrant reds, pinks, and whites of the flowers. Small houses are nestled among the greenery, with paths leading towards the garden. In the distance, the garden transitions into open fields bordered by rows of tall trees.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51 x 38.3 cm (20 1/16 x 15 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10512


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64572258

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