Great Buddha
大仏
by Takeji Asano
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Publisher:
- Unsodo
- Source:
- Ukiyo-e.org (via Artelino)
Description
A close-up view of the seated bronze Great Buddha of Tōdai-ji, its serene face, curled hair, and one raised hand dominating the composition against dark red temple beams and a vermillion pillar. Below, a crowd of small figures in winter coats and hats gathers at a red railing, looking up at the statue. Muted grays and greens render the bronze figure, set against bold red architectural elements; the text below the print reads "Big Buddha of Todaiji Temple, Nara."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Great Buddha (大仏) was created by Takeji Asano (浅野竹二).
Great Buddha uses Bokashi, Nishiki-e, and Moku-hanga, on woodblock print.
Great Buddha was published by Unsodo.
Great Buddha depicts temples & shrines and religious.