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  • Close view of two red seal stamps on tan paper beside dark ink strokes of a painted stalk at the left edge.
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Soga Chokuan - Tethered Hawks - probably 19th century v16 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Soga Chokuan - Tethered Hawks - probably 19th century v16 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Soga Chokuan - Tethered Hawks - probably 19th century v16 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This design takes its image from the Tethered Hawks folding screen by Soga Chokuan, a classical Japanese ink painting from the Edo to Meiji period.

Visual Elements & Composition

The palette is restrained: parchment tan paper, sepia and dark black ink, and vermilion red. The birds are built from vigorous brushwork, with the dark ink stalk at the left edge anchoring the eye. Faint ink strokes across the top open the field, leaving the hawks to command the centre. Red artist's seal stamps, including a round seal and a vase-shaped seal, punctuate the surface and give the composition its accent of colour.

Meaning & Symbolism

In Japanese painting, hawks signify strength, nobility, and martial prowess, qualities closely tied to the samurai class. The tether adds the tension at the heart of the subject: a fierce bird held in check, where control and wild nature sit side by side. Screens of this scale were made to divide interior space, and the Soga school lineage associated with Chokuan is known for its forceful brushwork and a stylistic heritage that museum collections continue to celebrate.

Made for the Cut Outline

A kiss-cut sticker follows the edge of its own design, so the hawks, seals, and ink strokes are isolated as a single silhouette rather than framed in a rectangle. Stuck to a laptop lid, a journal cover, or a window, the image reads as a deliberate mark, the way a seal stamp marks a painting. It suits collectors who want a piece of classical ink art in a format they can carry and place.

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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.