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Kubo Shunman - Courtier Playing a Flute to Accompany a Bugaku Dance - probably 1810 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Kubo Shunman - Courtier Playing a Flute to Accompany a Bugaku Dance - probably 1810 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Kubo Shunman - Courtier Playing a Flute to Accompany a Bugaku Dance - probably 1810 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This Edo-period woodblock-style print by Kubo Shunman shows a courtier playing a bamboo flute on a veranda, accompanying a Bugaku dance performed in ceremonial court costume.

Visual Elements & Composition

The scene is built around a full moon rising over clouds, a large circle that anchors the upper field. Below it, a masked dancer in vermilion and gold robes commands the centre, while the flute player sits calmly to one side. A kneeling attendant in a floral kimono and a folding fan add layers at the lower edge, and a sword rests on the veranda boards. The palette is restrained: warm cream ground, vermilion red, tan brown, pale teal and olive grey, with the red and gold of the dancer as the only strong accent.

Meaning & Symbolism

Bugaku is the ancient court dance and music tradition of Japan, performed at the imperial court and at ceremonial occasions. The flute, the masked dancer and the courtier's measured posture all express that formal order, where every role is fixed and every movement has a purpose. The moon and clouds lift the scene into stillness, while the sword and fan mark the rank of the people present. Kubo Shunman's work dates to approximately 1810, a period when such court arts were recorded in the popular prints of the Edo era.

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A kiss-cut sticker is cut along the edge of its own design, so the outline of the moon, the dancer's robes and the veranda becomes the shape of the object itself. Where a framed print asks to be seen from across a room, this artwork rewards a closer look, with the flute, the fan and the kneeling attendant resolving as the eye moves across the surface. Placed on a laptop lid, a journal cover or a notebook, it carries a piece of court history into everyday use.

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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.