Gezicht op de tuinen van een Daimio en een gezicht op de Satake-no-Niwa in Tokyo, Japan before 1893

This photograph, taken before 1893, depicts two Japanese gardens. Kazumasa Ogawa, a prominent Japanese photographer, captured the serene beauty of the Daimio's Garden and the Satake-no-Niwa in Tokyo. The black and white composition highlights the tranquility of the natural landscape, showcasing the intricate design of the gardens and the reflective stillness of the water. These photographs provide a glimpse into the aesthetic principles of Japanese garden design, emphasizing the harmonious balance between nature and human intervention.