Byodo-inTanejiro KurokawaNone

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Tanejiro Kurokawa (1882 – 1944)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Byodo-in
  • Artist: Tanejiro Kurokawa
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Kyoto Prefectural Library and Archives
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Perceived brightness: brilliant

Questions & Answers

Who created "Byodo-in"?

The artist behind "Byodo-in" is Tanejiro Kurokawa. The work is catalogued under Tanejiro Kurokawa's name.

How does "Byodo-in" balance light and dark?

The recorded values for "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa are: brilliant brightness, bright balance luminance.

Where is "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa on display today?

You can see the original "Byodo-in" at the Kyoto Prefectural Library and Archives, Kyoto, Japan.

How harmonious are the colors of "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa?

"Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa displays a strong color unity color harmony.

Does "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

The color composition of "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa combines a bold contrast with a strong color unity harmony.

What colors dominate "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa?

"Byodo-in" is defined by a neutrals palette led by white (#e8e8e8).

Is "Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa in the public domain?

"Byodo-in" by Tanejiro Kurokawa is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.

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