Taira no Tadanori by Kamisaka Sekka Canvas Print

Start with the deep navy of the armour; it’ll wake every piece of warm timber around it. Hang this in a study or quiet hallway and the room slows down the cream background opens the wall up while the dark blue and warm browns ground everything below it. It sits beautifully above a writing desk, a low console or a reading chair, around eye level. Pair it with linen, oak or walnut, soft wool throws, stoneware and a paper lamp. Avoid bright pop-art colour blocks or heavy floral chintz nearby they crowd the calm. Works best on a chalky off-white or warm putty wall where the figure can breathe.