The central subject is a large, stylized, golden-orange koi fish, shaped to serve as a frame for a detailed landscape. The fish faces toward the left, featuring prominent, large black eyes, flowing barbels, and long, translucent, cream-colored fins that extend outward to the right side of the composition.
Inside the body of the koi is a tranquil Japanese-inspired garden scene. Two women dressed in ornate, colorful kimonos stand in a lush meadow, one holding a red umbrella and the other a dark blue parasol. They are surrounded by vibrant wildflowers, a small blue butterfly, and several white cranes wading in the background. A traditional pagoda-style building sits among rolling green hills and pine trees in the distance, suggesting a peaceful, mountainous region.
The foreground, contained within the lower portion of the fish's body, depicts a serene pond filled with white water lilies and patches of tall purple irises. A small waterfall cascades down rocky terrain into a stream that flows toward the bottom of the frame. The overall aesthetic is illustrative, utilizing a warm, saturated color palette of golds, oranges, pinks, and lush greens, creating an ethereal and whimsical atmosphere that blends traditional motifs with surreal, imaginative framing.