A Full Moon c. mid 19th century

"A Full Moon" is a hanging scroll painting by the Japanese artist Nakajima Raishō (1796-1871) dating from the mid-19th century. The painting showcases a minimalist approach, focusing on a solitary full moon rendered in delicate washes of pale white and gray against a subtly textured background. Raishō's work exemplifies the Japanese art tradition of *suki* (emptiness) and *yūgen* (mystery), inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty of simplicity and the vastness of the cosmos.