This exquisite Surimono print titled 'Six Venerable Sages' (六歌仙, Rokkasen) by Yashima Gakutei, measuring 7 x 8 1/4 inches, exhibits significant age-related wear. The piece has overall soiling, rubbing, thinning, fading, and ink smudges, along with a small void in the upper central area. The colors, especially the blues and reds, show visible fading, while scattered ink smudges and some pigment transfer are present on the reverse. The edges appear slightly uneven and may be trimmed. A red artist's seal is visible on the middle right side, and the calligraphy in the upper left likely relates to kyōka poetry. Surimono, like this, were privately commissioned and are rarer than standard ukiyo-e prints. Yashima Gakutei (c. 1786–1868) was a notable ukiyo-e artist known for his refined compositions, having studied under Hokusai. His works often harmoniously blend poetry and imagery.