Against the Light

【Original Drawing — One of a Kind】

Backlit by a soft light, the face quietly emerges.

The illuminated contours, combined with softly layered, seemingly random traces of charcoal, blur the boundary between presence and disappearance.

What remains is not simply a finished portrait, but the trace of a presence standing quietly between light and shadow.

Like a memory that can never be fully held, the figure speaks only through what it chooses to leave behind.

Details

Materials: Pastel, Charcoal

Paper: BFK Rives White (250gsm)

Signature: Hand-signed by the artist on the back

Artwork Size: 42cm × 59.4cm (420mm × 594mm)

Framed Size: 42.5cm × 60cm (425mm × 600mm)

Framing: Presented in a simple black frame, ready for display upon arrival

Includes: Original thank-you card with a wax-sealed signature

Shipping Information

📦 International Shipping (Ships from Japan)

Shipping Rates:

🇺🇸 United States: $75.67 (EMS)
🇨🇦 Canada: $75.67 (EMS)
🇪🇺 Europe: Approx. €55–65 (EMS)
🌏 Asia: $35 (EMS)

Shipping costs vary based on distance from Japan.

What's included:

✓ Black frame (versatile design for any space)
✓ Multi-layer protective packaging (double boxes + cushioning + waterproofing)
✓ Careful hand packaging
✓ Fully tracked & insured international shipping

Customs & Taxes

United States:

Duties and taxes are handled in advance in accordance with local regulations.
No additional charges will be required upon delivery.

Other countries:

Customs duties, import taxes, and brokerage fees are not included in the shipping cost and may be applied by your country's customs office.

Any additional fees incurred will be the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your local customs office for more information.

Final note

Each artwork is carefully prepared to ensure safe delivery, so you can purchase with confidence.