Artist's Biography: ○ Professor at Tokyo Fine Arts School (now Tokyo University of the Arts) ○ Served as an international judge at the Venice Biennale in 1952 (Showa 27), and received the Order of Culture in the same year. ○ Received the French Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Commander) in 1973 (Showa 48). ◆Edition Details◆ ・Numbered 103 of a limited edition of 150 (indicated in the lower left) ・Hand-signed by the artist with pencil signature and seal (confirmed in the lower right) ・Includes a co-seal indicating production at the famous French workshop, Mourlot (on the reverse) ◆Framing Condition◆ ・Minor scratches on the glass surface due to aging (visible at certain angles of light) ・Slight yellowing at the four corners (not noticeable from a distance of 30cm or more) ・Light stains on the dust cover on the reverse (no impact on the artwork itself) ◆Condition Supplement◆ ・The artwork itself (the print) is completely undamaged. ・Damage is limited to the outer glass, and does not affect the protection of the artwork. ◆Academic Value◆ 1. Represents a significant turning point in post-war Japanese art. 2. Art historical significance as a fusion of French Impressionism and Japanese painting. ※This work was created during the mature period after receiving the Order of Culture (1980). Same technique (thick-painted rose series) as works in the National Museum of Modern Art. Appeared in art textbooks (e.g., "History of Japanese Art," 1960 edition). ※Will be shipped with careful packaging. Please do not miss this opportunity! ※Immediate purchase price: 280,000 yen (price negotiation before bidding is possible)