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Lü Ji - Mandarin ducks and cotton rose hibiscus - late 15th century v1 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Lü Ji - Mandarin ducks and cotton rose hibiscus - late 15th century v1 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Lü Ji - Mandarin ducks and cotton rose hibiscus - late 15th century v1 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

A vertical hanging scroll in colour on silk, this Ming dynasty painting pairs a courting-pair of mandarin ducks with blossoming cotton rose hibiscus in a quiet garden setting.

Visual Elements & Composition

The vertical, rectangular scroll format organises the picture into layered zones. A pink flowering shrub and chrysanthemums fill the upper and middle registers, while a pair of mandarin ducks, one with a teal head, rests near a dark rock brown garden stone at the base. Two dark birds perch on a flowering branch, balancing the composition. The palette is restrained: ochre silk ground, leaf green foliage, blush pink blossoms, and the teal of the duck carrying the eye across the scene.

Meaning & Symbolism

In East Asian iconography, mandarin ducks represent lifelong fidelity and marital devotion, a meaning rooted in their paired habits. Set beside the cotton rose hibiscus, a flower associated with endurance and autumnal beauty, the painting joins conjugal harmony to the appreciation of seasonal change and auspicious wishes. Lü Ji was a prominent court painter of the Ming dynasty, known for bird-and-flower work with precise naturalistic detail and expressive brushwork. This scroll is a notable example of his lasting influence on the flower-and-bird genre.

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A kiss-cut sticker is shaped to the outline of its artwork, so the ducks, branch and blossoms stand on their own rather than sitting inside a frame. The design reads as a single cut image, which suits a collector's laptop, journal or notebook, where a small scene of paired birds and flowers can be looked at 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.