● This is a lacquer painting on a short piece of paper by Nikaten artist Yasuhiro Sakai (pen name "Yasushi"). ● The motif is shrimp, which is also a popular lucky charm. The beautiful colors, close to red and white, make this a piece that will look great in a Japanese-style room or entryway. ● A document detailing the artist's background and achievements is also attached to this work (see image). ● There is a slight crease on the lower right of the short piece of paper. [Excerpt from Artist's Biography] ・ Born in Hojo City, Ehime Prefecture (1925) ・ Received the Tokusen Award and many selections in the Nikaten Urushi-e (lacquer painting) section. ・ Numerous solo exhibitions on NHK television, newspapers, and at department stores. ・ Highly acclaimed for themes such as "Shishimai (lion dance)," "Children," and "Fire." ・ Received the Ehime Prefecture Culture Association Award. [Size] 36.5cm (height) x 7.5cm (width) [Technique] Lacquer painting [Condition] Slight crease on the lower right edge, some age-related changes to the Japanese paper. [Accessories] Biography document (everything shown in the photo) Recommended for Japanese-style interiors and gifts. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions. Thank you. #YasuhiroSakai #NikatenArtist #LacquerPainting #Shrimp #SoloExhibitionHistory