The Great Statue of Amida Buddha at Kamakura, Known as the Daibutsu, from the Priest's Garden 1887

John La Farge's 1887 watercolor painting, "The Great Statue of Amida Buddha at Kamakura, Known as the Daibutsu, from the Priest's Garden," depicts the iconic bronze statue of Amida Buddha in Kamakura, Japan, viewed through a leafy frame. The painting, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies La Farge's interest in depicting the beauty of the natural world and capturing the serenity of the Buddhist faith. The artist's use of light and shadow, along with the lush greenery, creates a sense of tranquility and awe before the massive statue. The partial view of the Buddha, peeking through the foliage, adds to the sense of mystery and grandeur.