Japanese Temple Graveyard, Shuntoji, Nagasaki

1867

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Japanese Temple Graveyard, Shuntoji, Nagasaki is a 1867 by Felice A. Beato, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Felice A. Beato
When & what style?: 1867 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This image depicts a serene Japanese temple graveyard, with a staircase leading up to a stone wall and a tree in the foreground. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a distant mountain range. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye through the composition. The image is rendered in a muted color palette, with earthy tones dominating the scene. The artist's attention to detail and use of chiaroscuro technique create a sense of realism, inviting the viewer to step into the tranquil world of the graveyard. Look up the artist: Felice A. Beato (British, 1830–1906).

About the artist

Artist

Felice A. Beato

Felice A. Beato and Felice Antonio Beato are collective signatures used by the brothers Felice Beato and Antonio Beato, who were both pioneering photographers in the 19th century. They were noted for their depictions of…

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