N.Y. Public Buildings Law § 40: Definitions

§ 40. Definitions. As used in this article

1. The term "work of art" shall apply to and include all paintings,

mural decorations, stained glass, sculptures, bas-reliefs, fountains,

monuments, arches, gateways and other structures of a permanent nature

intended for ornamentation or commemoration.

2. The term "building" shall apply to and include all monumental or

other buildings for housing any of the state departments or commissions

or intended as memorials, museums or places of public assemblage, and

shall not apply to or include any buildings for institutional, hospital,

penal or corrective purposes.