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Isoda Koryūsai - The Courtesan Sayoginu of the Yotsumeya Brothel, from the series “A Pattern Book of the - 1776 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Isoda Koryūsai - The Courtesan Sayoginu of the Yotsumeya Brothel, from the series “A Pattern Book of the - 1776 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Isoda Koryūsai - The Courtesan Sayoginu of the Yotsumeya Brothel, from the series “A Pattern Book of the - 1776 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This 1776 ukiyo-e woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai shows the courtesan Sayoginu of the Yotsumeya Brothel at a quiet moment of arrangement, with the poise that defined the floating world.

Visual Elements & Composition

The vertical print is built from warm cream, charcoal black, rust red, peach and pale grey-blue. The courtesan leans over her work, placing plum blossom branches into a red woven vase set on a black stand, and that vase is the strongest accent in the image. Two attendants watch from the side in patterned kimono, so the figures frame the central act rather than competing with it. The garments carry dense textile motifs, which the composition gives as much attention as the faces. The artist's signature, 湖龍齋画, sits within the print.

Meaning & Symbolism

The print comes from the series A Pattern Book of the Year's First Designs, Fresh as Spring Herbs (Hinagata wakana hatsu moyō), a set of 1776 designs that presented seasonal fashion through the courtesan's dress. Plum blossom signals early spring, matching the series' focus on the year's new patterns. Floral motifs, arranged flowers and woven textiles together state the Edo-period ideal of refined taste, and the courtesan's composed gesture makes that ideal visible.

Cut to the Outline of Its Subject

A kiss-cut sticker takes the shape of the image it carries, so this print's vertical format and its layered patterns become a single object you can place on a page, journal or surface. The backing remains intact, so the design lifts cleanly from its sheet and goes where you choose. Collectors of Koryūsai's pattern books will recognise the seasonal fashion studies in the composition, and the sticker keeps that detail close enough to read.

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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.