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Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - Scene From the Second Act of the Drama Kawaranu Hana Sakae Hachinoki - 12th month, 1769 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - Scene From the Second Act of the Drama Kawaranu Hana Sakae Hachinoki - 12th month, 1769 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - Scene From the Second Act of the Drama Kawaranu Hana Sakae Hachinoki - 12th month, 1769 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This is a 1769 nishiki-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunshō, a dramatic moment frozen from the second act of a Kabuki play.

Visual Elements & Composition

The print is built around a standing older bearded man in a sage-green robe, sword in hand, set against a kneeling younger man in warm grey-brown with a circular crest. Their postures create the tension of the scene. A lacquered tray with cups sits beside them, and a broom and drifts of snow sit in the setting. The palette is restrained and layered: pale ochre, sage green, warm grey-brown, vermilion accents and pale pink. The composition rises in a tall vertical format, and the signature 春章画 appears in the artwork itself.

Meaning & Symbolism

Shunshō made this as a yakusha-e, an actor print, a genre that let theatre audiences in Edo keep the faces and gestures of their favourite performers. The scene comes from Kawaranu Hana Sakae Hachinoki, staged at the Nakamura-za theatre, with Nakamura Utaemon I playing Karashi Baba and Ichikawa Danjūrō IV playing Sanshodayu. The print records character emotion and stage energy at a specific moment in the 1769 season, and it stands as a cultural record of Edo-period theatre.

On the Kiss-Cut Sticker

A kiss-cut sticker is cut to its own outline, so the tall rectangle and the circular crest become the edge of the object itself. The figures, tray and snow can be read as a single silhouette rather than a framed picture. The kiss-cut method also leaves the backing intact, so the sticker lifts cleanly from its sheet and goes where the collector chooses to place it.

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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.