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Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Actor Ishikawa Danjuro V Performing a Shibaroku Act with a Drawn Sword in His Hand - ca. 1781 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Actor Ishikawa Danjuro V Performing a Shibaroku Act with a Drawn Sword in His Hand - ca. 1781 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Actor Ishikawa Danjuro V Performing a Shibaroku Act with a Drawn Sword in His Hand - ca. 1781 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This is a ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunshō, c. 1781, showing the Kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjūrō V mid-performance in the play Shibaraku ("Wait a Moment!") with a drawn sword raised in his hand.

Visual Elements & Composition

The figure fills a tall vertical panel and dominates the frame. Brick red and black carry the most weight, set against pale cream and taupe grey, with ochre yellow accents and a pale beige striped ground behind the actor. The pose is angular and exaggerated, the limbs held wide and the blade cutting a sharp diagonal through the space. A square crest sits on the garment, and a sheathed katana is visible at the back. Small signature characters, 春章画, appear within the print, reading as Shunshō's mark.

Meaning & Symbolism

The scene belongs to the aragoto ("rough") style of Kabuki, in which heroes are shown with bold, painted faces, oversized gestures and weapons held in frozen poses. The drawn sword is the signature of the Shibaraku hero, whose entrance halts a scene and announces the power of the character. Printed around 1781, the image records the popular theatre of Edo-period Japan, where actors were celebrated as stars and their roles were sold as prints.

Turning the Print into a Cut Outline

A kiss-cut sticker takes the shape of its own artwork, so the actor's silhouette, the raised blade and the angled stance define the edge of the piece. Where a print normally sits inside a frame, this one stands on its own outline, letting the dramatic pose read as a single bold shape wherever it is placed. For collectors of Kabuki and ukiyo-e, it brings a stage moment onto laptops, journals and notebooks.

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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.