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  • Black and white close-up of a painted garment fold with a vertical inscription and seal at lower right.
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Katsushika Hokusai - Guan Yu, Chinese God of War - 19th century v4 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Katsushika Hokusai - Guan Yu, Chinese God of War - 19th century v4 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Katsushika Hokusai - Guan Yu, Chinese God of War - 19th century v4 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This 19th-century work portrays Guan Yu, the legendary Chinese general, in a fragment of a painting attributed to Katsushika Hokusai, one of Japan's most celebrated artists.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is rendered in a restrained palette of light grey, mid grey and charcoal, which gives it the tonal quality of a black and white photograph of an original painting. Angular folds dominate the composition, with vertical panel edges framing the scene. A partial view of a robe or garment hem anchors the lower part of the image, and the artist's signature and seal sit within the frame as marks of authorship.

Meaning & Symbolism

Guan Yu lived during the late Eastern Han dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period. He is revered as a paragon of loyalty, righteousness and martial prowess, and he rose to the status of a deity in both folk religion and state cults as the Chinese God of War. His story, popularised by the epic Romance of the Three Kingdoms, casts him as an unwavering protector and a symbol of justice. Hokusai's depiction draws on this figure's Confucian integrity and military honour, reflecting how Chinese historical subjects shaped Japanese art during the Edo period.

On the Kiss-Cut Sticker

A kiss-cut sticker is cut to its own outline, so the artwork's contours define the object itself. The folds of the robe and the seal can stand alone on a surface, letting the grey tones of this fragment read as a complete, deliberate shape rather than a rectangle. Each sticker carries a single fragment of Hokusai's mastery, ready to place where a collector will see it up close.

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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.