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Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Actor Nakamura Riko as an Oiran Tying Her Obi - ca. 1779 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Actor Nakamura Riko as an Oiran Tying Her Obi - ca. 1779 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Actor Nakamura Riko as an Oiran Tying Her Obi - ca. 1779 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunshō shows the kabuki actor Nakamura Riko in the role of an oiran, a high-ranking courtesan, caught mid-gesture as she ties her elaborate obi.

Visual Elements & Composition

A tall vertical panel frames the figure, with the woman dressed in a black outer robe covered in star patterns. Cream, salmon, ochre yellow and pale blue-grey carry the palette around her, and weeping willow branches drape across the scene. A round fan rests on the ground at the lower edge, balancing the verticals of the robe. The artist's signature, 春章画, sits within the print.

Meaning & Symbolism

The print records a performance rather than a real courtesan. Nakamura Riko plays an onnagata, a male actor performing a female role, so the image is as much about how gender and beauty were staged in kabuki as about the character herself. The act of tying the obi is the moment of dressing, when an oiran's status is made visible through her costume. Shunshō, a leading figure of ukiyo-e, made the actor print a central genre of the late eighteenth century, and this work condenses the theatre, fashion and social history of Edo-period Japan into a single composed moment.

On the Kiss-Cut Sticker

A kiss-cut sticker is cut to its own outline, so the tall panel, the robed figure and the sweep of willow can each be followed edge to edge rather than sitting inside a rectangle. The fan and the figure's silhouette give the cut a clear shape to follow. Placed on a notebook, a case or a flat surface, the piece reads as a fragment of the print lifted out of its frame, bringing a piece of Edo theatre into everyday objects.

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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.