Artwork
Amerapoora. Gautama's Shrine
Amerapoora. Gautama's Shrine is a photography by the Impressionist artist Captain Linnaeus Tripe. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Amerapoora.
About this work
Overview
Amerapoora. Gautama's Shrine is a photograph by Captain Linnaeus Tripe, created in 1855. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The photograph depicts a shrine containing a central statue of Gautama, surrounded by smaller figures. The image conveys a sense of the shrine's atmosphere, with shading used to distinguish the statues from the background.
Technique & Style
The photograph showcases Tripe's attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the statues' clothing and facial expressions. The image's tonal range and shading create a sense of depth.
History & Provenance
The photograph was taken during a period of early photography, and is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
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Untitled
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