474 A JOURNEY 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 with 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, 



