Nieuwjaarsgroet in Japan 1900 - 1907

This image, titled Nieuwjaarsgroet in Japan, by T. Enami captures a New Year's greeting, and it's made, from what I can tell, with a photographic process, carefully hand-painted to bring out the colors. It feels almost like a memory, softened by time and intention. The surface has this beautiful texture, you know? It's not just a flat photograph, it's got depth, warmth, and a quiet kind of energy. The way the colors are applied, they're not trying to be perfect, there's a real honesty in the making of it. The painterly details, like the brushstrokes bringing the foliage to life, give the image its own unique presence. It's like a dance between the camera and the hand. The subtle palette pulls you in. It reminds me of the work of Gerhard Richter, who also plays with photography and painting to evoke memory and emotion. It's this mix of clarity and ambiguity that makes it so alive. It's a reminder that art isn't just about what you see, but how it makes you feel.