【Authentic Work】Painting by Nobuo Wakai, Watercolor, Sardines, Warm Japanese Scenery, Still Life, X112

Nobuo Wakai (1905 - January 1, 1989) was a Japanese Western-style painter born in Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, who was primarily based in Nagaoka City. He is known for his oil and watercolor works, particularly his depictions of flowers, still lifes, and landscapes rendered with a soft touch, and for his dedication to the cultural development of his native Niigata.

Biography and Activities
| Item | Details
|---|---|
| **Year of Birth** | Born in 1905 in Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture
| **Place of Residence** | Later moved to Nagaoka City and dedicated himself to his artistic activities
| **Artistic Activities** | Devoted his entire life to painting, pursuing no other profession
| **Awards and Exhibitions** | Selected as one of 72 works out of 1,600 at the Imperial Anniversary 2600 Art Exhibition in 1940
| **Contribution to the Region** | Co-founded the Niigata Prefectural Artists Association in 1957 and was instrumental in establishing the Nagaoka City Exhibition in 1960
| **Year of Death** | Died on January 1, 1989

Style and Characteristics
His style, primarily using oil and watercolor techniques, depicts flowers, still lifes, and local landscapes in a calm and poetic manner. He is highly regarded as a pioneer who practiced regionalism and supported the art scene in Niigata.

Frame Size: Approx. 37 x 45 cm
Artwork Size: Approx. 25 x 28 cm

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