"Composition Rouge" by Kumi Sugaï is a gouache work on paper that exemplifies the artist's distinctive synthesis of Western abstraction and Eastern calligraphic traditions. The composition employs bold red forms against a neutral ground, demonstrating Sugaï's characteristic use of dynamic gestural marks and vibrant color to create a sense of movement and spiritual energy. Created during the mid twentieth century when the artist was active in the Parisian art scene, this work reflects his exploration of abstraction through the lens of Japanese aesthetic principles.