Autumn Moon at Ishiyama (Ishiyama no aki no tsuki), No. 8 from the series "Eight Views of Omi" c. 1716 - 1736

This woodblock print, "Autumn Moon at Ishiyama" by Nishimura Shigenaga, is one of eight prints depicting famous views of Lake Biwa in Japan. The print depicts a traditional Japanese temple complex perched atop a rocky outcropping, with a full moon rising above the mountain peaks. The print, created between 1716-1736, is one of many artistic representations of the famed "Eight Views of Omi" series, a popular theme in Japanese art, literature, and poetry. The print is also notable for its use of a delicate color palette and its masterful depiction of light and shadow. This print showcases the beauty and serenity of the Japanese landscape and is a testament to the artistic skills of Nishimura Shigenaga.