Item Description : This is an original oil painting by the Japanese Western-style painter Tai Okubo (1905–1989), titled "Bay of Collioure". The painting depicts a vibrant and scenic view of Collioure, a historic port town on the Mediterranean coast of southern France, known for its connection to the Fauvist art movement. With its vivid palette and expressive brushstrokes, this work beautifully captures the sunlit houses, the iconic harbor, and a prominent lighthouse emerging from the seaside architecture. The piece is executed in a lively post-impressionist style that showcases Okubo’s signature use of color and light, learned through his deep ties to European art scenes. The artwork is signed by the artist in the lower left corner and comes housed in its original wooden frame with linen lining. A fine example of Tai Okubo's later works, this piece demonstrates his mastery in portraying European landscapes through a distinctly Japanese perspective. Size: Artwork dimensions: 36.5 × 44.5 cm Frame dimensions: 54 × 61.5 × 5 cm Weight: 2,650 g Artist Profile: 大久保 泰Tai Okubo (1905–1989) was a Western-style painter and art critic born in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. He studied under Yamamoto Kanae during his youth and later trained under Yataro Noguchi in Europe and Zenzaburo Kojima upon returning to Japan. A member of the Independent Art Association since 1950, he received the Dokuritsu Prize (1947) and Okada Prize (1949). Known for his bright color schemes and brisk brushwork, he frequently painted scenes from France and Italy after 1964 while organizing the Realité Exhibition. He was also a prolific writer who contributed significantly to the understanding and dissemination of modern Western painting in Japan. NOTICE: This item is large and will be shipped via Japan Post surface (sea) mail. Delivery takes at least 3 months, so please be patient and do not open a claim during this period. Please note: Surface mail is not available for the following countries: Spain / USA / Ukraine / Kazakhstan / Kyrgyzstan / Croatia / Georgia (Géorgie) / Sweden / Tajikistan / Denmark (incl. Faroe Islands) / Germany / France (incl. Corsica, Andorra, Mayotte) / Belarus (Bélarus) / Malta / Romania / Russian Federation. If your shipping address is in one of these countries, we must use an alternative method (extra cost) or cancel the order. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included and are the buyer’s responsibility. Your local customs or delivery service may contact you via phone or email for clearance procedures. Please ensure you can respond. If unanswered, the parcel may be returned, and re-shipping will cost more than double. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.