Autumn Moon over Sumida River (Sumida aki zuki), from the series "Eight Views of the Sumida River (Sumidagawa hakkei)" c. early 1760s

Kitao Shigemasa's "Autumn Moon over Sumida River" (c. early 1760s) is one of eight woodblock prints in his "Eight Views of the Sumida River" series. This print depicts a serene scene of a full moon hanging in the sky over the Sumida River. It is a popular subject for ukiyo-e artists, depicting the beauty of the natural world and the city of Edo. The print shows a couple walking along the riverbank under the moonlight, their silhouettes accented by the soft light of the moon. The image is a peaceful and romantic scene that embodies the tranquility of autumn in Japan.