Geese Descending in Mid Autumn (Seishu no rakugan), from the series "Eight Scenes of the Four Seasons (Shiki hakkei)" c. 1779

This ukiyo-e woodblock print, "Geese Descending in Mid Autumn", was created in 1779 by the renowned artist Torii Kiyonaga. It is one of eight prints in the "Eight Scenes of the Four Seasons" series. The print depicts two elegantly dressed women strolling through a lush autumnal landscape, with geese flying overhead. The scene evokes a sense of serenity and tranquility, capturing the essence of the changing season in Japan. Kiyonaga's exquisite attention to detail and vibrant colors make this work a masterpiece of Japanese art.