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Hiroshi Sugimoto

Hiroshi Sugimoto (b. 1948) is one of the most important photographers of our time, explains his “Five Elements” series that are constructed as shrines to a primordial birthplace. Using geometric symbols from thirteenth-century Buddhism, Sugimoto encases a single image from his iconic Seascape series in each glass structure. The sea and air, origins of all life, are seen through a prism of ancient Buddhist views of the universe.

Provided by Asian Art Museum
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