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Kitagawa Utamaro 喜多川歌麿 - Two actors, from the series Musical Program of True Love (Ongyoku hiyoku no bangumi) - ca. 1800 (Kansei 12) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Kitagawa Utamaro 喜多川歌麿 - Two actors, from the series Musical Program of True Love (Ongyoku hiyoku no bangumi) - ca. 1800 (Kansei 12) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Kitagawa Utamaro 喜多川歌麿 - Two actors, from the series Musical Program of True Love (Ongyoku hiyoku no bangumi) - ca. 1800 (Kansei 12) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This vertical Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro draws a quiet domestic scene from the Edo stage, with two performers held in a single, intimate moment.

Visual Elements & Composition

The print is built around a tall vertical format, with the figures arranged in a close, layered group. A man leans on his hand behind a seated woman, while she sits at a mirror stand, combing her hair. The round bronze-style mirror on its wooden stand anchors the centre of the image and echoes the curve of the figures. The palette is restrained: black ink for the fine contour lines, with ochre yellow, pale tan and dusty ochre filling the garments and surfaces. Calligraphic text runs down the vertical cartouche, reading 音曲比翼の番組 (Ongyoku hiyoku no bangumi) and 哥麿画 (Utamaro ga).

Meaning & Symbolism

The title places the print in the series Musical Program of True Love, a set of actor portraits Utamaro produced around 1800 (Kansei 12). The genre is yakusha-e, the Kabuki actor print, where the artist's job was to capture character and theatrical presence rather than a literal likeness. The mirror and the act of combing hair signal the everyday gestures that performers studied and then reshaped on stage, while the paired figures speak to the romantic and musical themes that give the series its name. The work stands as a central example of how Edo printmakers turned the theatre into popular art.

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A kiss-cut sticker takes the artwork's own outline as its edge, so the cartouche, the figures and the mirror read as one unbroken shape once applied. The composition's vertical rhythm and framed text suit a flat, single-surface piece that is looked at up close, where the fine linework and inscriptions can be read at a glance.

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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.