The Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari)

The image depicts a Japanese painting of a scene from "The Tale of Genji" by Tosa Mitsusada. The scene shows a raised platform or veranda on the left connected to a lower area by steps. The raised platform has a green and brown fence and a floor covered with a patterned rug featuring yellow, red, and green designs. A figure in a white kimono with a black obi stands on the platform facing left. In the lower area, three women sit on the ground; two wear kimonos with green, red, and white designs, and the woman on the right wears an orange kimono with black and white stripes. A white full moon is behind the women. The background features a body of water with dark blue waves and green islands. The painting's background is primarily gold leaf. Green trees are on either side of the steps. The style is traditional Japanese with a focus on natural scenery and classic clothing.