474 A JOUKNEY IN BRAZIL. 
gap, one side of which is made by the Pao de Assucar, and 
on its left the beautiful valley running up toward Corco- 
vado. Thus, looking on the sea and surrounded by moun- 
tains, it commands exquisite views on every side. The 
plan of the building, in its general arrangement, is not 
unlike that of the Misericordia. It is a handsome solid 
stone structure, rather long in proportion to its height, 
and consists of two parallel buildings, connected by cross 
corridors. These corridors enclose courts, planted with 
trees and flowers, and making very pleasant gardens. The 
entrance hall is in the centre, and has on either side the 
statues of Pinel and Esquirol, the two French masters in 
the treatment of mental diseases. The statues have no 
merit as works of art ; but it was pleasant to see them 
there, as showing a recognition of what these men have 
done for science and for humanity. A broad, low stair- 
case of dark wood leads up to the chapel. Here we 
looked with interest at the ornaments on the altar, because 
they are the work of the patients, who take great pleasure 
in making artificial flowers and other decorations for the 
church. On the same floor with the chapel is a large hall, 
where stands the statue of the youthful Emperor Dom Pedro 
Segundo. Opposite to it is that of Pereira. It is worthy 
of note that this statue was presented by the Emperor, 
and at his request placed opposite his own. The face, 
quite in keeping witli the history of the man, is expressive 
both of great benevolence and remarkable decision. Con- 
nected with this hall are several reception-halls, parlors, 
and antechambers ; indeed, too much room is assigned 
to mere state apartments in an establishment where 
space must be precious. One of this suite of rooms was 
devoted to the various fancy-work made by the patients, 
