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  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:Transparent
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
  • Black and white scene of a dirt street lined with brick buildings, horse-drawn carriages and a hanging sign. | Types:White
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Charleston, S.C. Archibald Mcleish's Vulcan Iron Works and Other Houses on Cumberland Street (U.S. Civil War) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Charleston, S.C. Archibald Mcleish's Vulcan Iron Works and Other Houses on Cumberland Street (U.S. Civil War) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Charleston, S.C. Archibald Mcleish's Vulcan Iron Works and Other Houses on Cumberland Street (U.S. Civil War) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

A black-and-white view of a dirt street in Charleston, South Carolina, lined with brick buildings, with the Vulcan Iron Works sign hanging over the scene.

Visual Elements & Composition

The photograph is monochrome, with light grey brick facades, charcoal shadows and a pale sky. Brick commercial buildings line both sides of the unpaved street, marked by arched doorways and gabled rooflines. Horse-drawn carriages and wagons share the street, and a wooden sawhorse with stacked bricks stands in the foreground. A hanging shop sign with an ornate ironwork bracket carries the words VULCAN IRON WORKS, and people are visible on a balcony above.

Meaning & Symbolism

The view records the streetscape of Cumberland Street in Charleston during the 1860s, the decade of the American Civil War. Vulcan Iron Works was a business on the street, and the mix of workshop and residence in one block shows how industry and domestic life stood side by side in the historic city. The image works as a documentary record of the urban fabric of the period rather than as an allegory.

On the Kiss-Cut Sticker

A kiss-cut sticker is trimmed to the outline of its artwork, so the street scene can be cut around its rooflines and carriages rather than set inside a square. The glossy finish keeps the tonal range of the old photograph clean. It suits indoor display on smooth, flat surfaces such as a notebook cover or a laptop lid, and it is not waterproof.

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Glossy kiss-cut vinyl stickers made for smooth, indoor surfaces — laptops, journals, mirrors, and other finished items. Crisp edges, vivid color, strong hold, and not waterproof.

What “kiss-cut” means: the blade cuts the vinyl layer into the exact shape while leaving the backing liner whole, so pieces separate cleanly and lift off the sheet without tearing. It’s the neatest way to produce shaped stickers and multi-piece sheets.

  • Material: reliable vinyl face with a permanent acrylic adhesive formulated for smooth, non-porous surfaces.
  • Finish: glossy surface that enhances contrast and depth without feeling overly reflective.
  • Printing: eco-solvent inks provide dense color and crisp detail for fine lines and gradients.
  • Use case: intended for indoor environments only — not waterproof. Not recommended for continuous exposure to moisture or dishwashing.
  • Application friendly: easy-peel backing and a liner that releases cleanly to help reduce bubbles and misfeeds during placement.

These stickers perform best on smooth, dust-free surfaces — think laptop lids, sealed notebooks, glass, mirrors, finished shelving and lockers. They’ll stick well where the surface is flat and clean; avoid rough wood, silicone, fabric, and heavily textured paint.

  1. Clean: remove dust and oils with a lint-free cloth. For stubborn grime, use a mild soap and water rinse; let the area dry completely.
  2. Align: peel a corner, position carefully, then press the center down first.
  3. Smooth: work outward from the center with a soft card or a thumb to push air out and ensure the edges set down firmly.

Tip: give the adhesive 24 hours to fully settle before heavy handling. These are not designed for outdoor or wet conditions.

  • Gently dust with a soft, dry cloth, moving from the center outward to avoid scratching the gloss.
  • For light marks, a barely damp microfiber will lift residue — blot, don’t scrub, and dry right away.
  • Avoid bleach, solvents, abrasive pads, and steam; moisture or harsh chemicals can lift edges and fade inks.

Reminder: these stickers are not waterproof. Keep them away from sinks, outdoor exposure, and dishwasher cycles to maintain adhesion and finish.

Sizes are measured across the sticker’s longest side. For example, a 3″ sticker is 3 inches across its largest dimension (height or width, depending on the shape).

The kiss-cut follows the sticker’s outline for a tidy border; complex shapes can show small variances, but the advertised measurement refers to the maximum edge-to-edge length.