Burma/Myanmar – Yangon River, Chuk Htat Gyi Pagode in Yangon

This striking image showcases the enormous feet of a reclining Buddha statue, artistically detailed with intricate carvings and vibrant colors. The feet are painted in a rich, deep pink hue, leading to a mesmerizing array of patterns and symbols that cover the soles. The smoothness of the surface contrasts beautifully with the delicate engraved elements, which include imagery of various figures and geometric designs. The setting also hints at a grand religious site, emphasizing the spiritual significance of this artwork.
This painting can be beautifully integrated into interior spaces such as living rooms, meditation areas, or spiritual retreats, as it invokes a sense of serenity and contemplation. It can also be placed in offices dedicated to mindfulness or wellness, creating an inspiring and peaceful environment.

This photo is part of the series "Burma/Myanmar – In the River of Slowness" by Yussof Knauss. The photo is strictly limited to 6 copies + 1 artist proof. All photos of this collection are available in 3 formats and can be purchased on matt or glossy photo paper laminated on aluminium composite plate. Yussof Knauss manages what characterizes a really good photographer: each picture contains more than can be seen at first: It tells a little story. It gives us insights into a strange, exotic world, into a difficult, often hard life and shows how calm and dignity people master it. This is what the images of this series are about: the dignity of man. Yussof Knauss won the German Photo Book Award in 2016 with the same name picture band.