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Pietro Longhi (Pietro Falca) - The Letter - 1746 v1 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Pietro Longhi (Pietro Falca) - The Letter - 1746 v1 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Pietro Longhi: The Letter - Kiss-Cut Sticker Design

This design captures the intimate, domestic tension of Pietro Longhi’s 1746 oil painting, featuring a poised woman in fine Venetian dress receiving a private missive.

Visual Elements & Composition

The composition centers on the interaction between the female subject and her attendant, utilizing the rich, saturated textures of 18th-century Rococo fashion. The palette is defined by the deep, lustrous folds of her satin gown and the muted, shadowed tones of the interior chamber. Light falls selectively across the scene, highlighting the stark white of the paper being held and the focused expressions of the figures. Every line is constructed to draw the eye toward the center of the frame, emphasizing the stillness of the moment against the decorative complexity of the surroundings.

Meaning & Symbolism

Longhi was a master of the pittura di genere, focusing on the private lives of the Venetian aristocracy rather than grand historical narratives. This piece operates as a snapshot of elite social codes, where the delivery of a letter functions as a high-stakes event. It reflects the era’s fascination with surveillance, gossip, and the quiet theater of interior life. By isolating this specific interaction, the work preserves the artifice and refined manners that characterized the final decades of the Venetian Republic.

On the Kiss-Cut Sticker

The kiss-cut format contours precisely to the silhouette of the figures, allowing the ornate details of the historical costume to stand out against your chosen surface. Because the cut follows the organic shape of the painting's figures, the artwork maintains its narrative focus without the distraction of a standard border. This design transforms a classic gallery piece into a distinct, portable vignette that sits flush against flat surfaces like notebook covers or journal pages, integrating the drama of 1746 Venice into your daily aesthetic.

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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.