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Ma Hezhi - Odes of the State of Bin - mid-12th century v14 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Ma Hezhi - Odes of the State of Bin - mid-12th century v14 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Ma Hezhi - Odes of the State of Bin - mid-12th century v14 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Ma Hezhi's handscroll turns the Odes of the State of Bin into a sequence of court-painted scenes, with figures, architecture and seasonal labour unfolding across a single length of silk.

Visual Elements & Composition

Tan silk forms the field, framed by a cream mount and set against a near-black ground that makes the painted details stand forward. Three robed court figures and a standing scholar in a long grey-blue robe anchor the scene, with a kneeling figure placed low to lead the eye along the scroll. Vermilion seals punctuate the surface, and the characters 豳國七篇 ("Seven Pieces of the State of Bin") name the section directly on the painting.

Meaning & Symbolism

The odes come from the Book of Songs, the foundational anthology of Chinese poetry, and they describe the agricultural year and domestic duties of the Zhou people. Ma Hezhi, a prominent court painter of the twelfth-century Southern Song dynasty, rendered these verses as moral instruction: diligent labour, filial piety and orderly rule were shown as the ethical base of benevolent governance. For imperial viewers, the scroll tied the authority of the present court to the virtuous antiquity of the poems, reinforcing Confucian values and dynastic legitimacy.

Reading the Image Close to the Eye

A kiss-cut sticker is cut to the exact outline of its artwork, so the figures and seals appear as they were painted, without a border or frame. Because the design is built from small, precise details, it rewards close looking, the way the original scroll was meant to be read a section at a time. Placed where it is seen at arm's length, the scene keeps the scale of a handscroll unrolled in the hand.

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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.