The setting appears to be a café, where adults are seen engaged in casual conversation. At the back table, women sit facing one another in lively dialogue, while the woman in the foreground turns to the left, as if speaking to someone just beyond the frame.
The pencil lines are gentle and loosely defined, leaving contours indistinct. This approach suggests that the artist’s aim was not to capture the figures in precise detail, but rather to evoke the atmosphere of the moment—the shared ease of a brief recess. Through these fluid strokes, the drawing conveys the warmth of conversation and the quiet harmony of people pausing together in everyday life.
Artist
Tatsuo Takayama
Title
The Recess (Drawing)
Size
45.2㎝×37.5㎝
Frame
Equipped
Frame Size
53.6㎝×61.7㎝
Year of Creation
Technique
Materials
Pencil, pastel on Paper
Condition
A (Excellence)
Storage Condition
C
Certificate of Authenticity
Certificate of Authenticity issued by Toobi Certification for Fine Arts
Provenance
Shipping ･ Packing Details
Courier delivery, securely packaged in a custom box
Condition The condition of each artwork, frame, and related accessories is described using the following grading:
S (Mint / Unused)– In pristine condition, as new. A (Excellent)– Well-preserved, with no noticeable imperfections. B (Good)– Gently aged, showing light signs of handling or time. C (Fair)– Evident signs of age and character, with visible imperfections. D (Displayable)– In displayable condition; flaws are present, and restoration or replacement may be considered.
