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About the Artist
Kinbei Kusakabe was a pioneering Japanese photographer active during the Meiji era, a transformative period when Japan was opening to global influences. Based in Yokohama, Kusakabe became renowned for his hand-tinted albumen prints, which offered Western audiences a window into Japanese culture, architecture, and spirituality. His work played a significant role in shaping the international perception of Japan at the turn of the twentieth century, and his photographs remain prized for their historical and artistic value.
Discover more evocative images in our photography prints and the expertly curated our selection of wall art.
The Artwork
This photograph of a monumental seated Buddha was created during a time when sacred sites became popular subjects for both local pilgrims and international travelers. As photography gained prominence, images like this served as treasured mementos and introductions to Japanese spiritual traditions for visitors from abroad. The Buddha’s serene presence embodies ideals of protection and inner peace, reflecting the cultural significance of temple sites in Meiji-era Japan.
Such works also highlight the era’s reverence for preserving cultural heritage through new visual technologies, allowing viewers to experience the quiet majesty of these revered monuments from afar.
Style & Characteristics
The image is dominated by the imposing figure of a seated Buddha, positioned centrally and depicted with a sense of calm and dignity. The photograph is delicately hand-tinted, lending soft transitions of beige, brown, and muted grey, with subtle hints of blue and pink that enhance the tranquil mood. Architectural elements and natural surroundings frame the statue, but the Buddha remains the clear focal point, radiating stillness and contemplation.
This gentle, mineral-toned palette and the refined photographic technique make the print especially appealing for admirers of Oriental wall art and those drawn to serene, meditative interiors.
In Interior Design
This fine art print introduces a sense of calm to bedrooms, meditation spaces, or entryways, where its tranquil presence can set a restorative tone. It harmonizes beautifully with Japandi, minimalist, and wabi-sabi styles, and also integrates seamlessly into classic-art gallery walls.
Pair it with natural materials like wood, linen, or stone to echo the print’s soft hues. For a polished presentation, consider our neutral-toned frames collection.