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  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
  • Classical Japanese verse handwritten in black ink on a pale album leaf, with gold chrysanthemum crests.
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Sumiyoshi Gukei - Portraits and Poems of the Thirty-six Poetic Immortals - 1674–92 v34 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Sumiyoshi Gukei - Portraits and Poems of the Thirty-six Poetic Immortals - 1674–92 v34 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Sumiyoshi Gukei - Portraits and Poems of the Thirty-six Poetic Immortals - 1674–92 v34 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This design gathers portraits of the Thirty-six Poetic Immortals, each figure paired with a waka poem, in a single composition drawn in ink on paper.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is built from a rectangular album leaf and a folding panel, the kind of format used for handscroll and album painting. Parchment cream and pale ivory form the ground, with gold ochre accents and ink black drawing the figures and calligraphy. Columns of text sit beside the portraits, and the characters 右 and 忠朝 appear among them, giving the page the rhythm of a manuscript where image and script share the space equally.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Thirty-six Poetic Immortals were canonized by Fujiwara no Kintō, and their selection marks the poets held in highest regard across Japanese verse, drawn from the Nara, Asuka, and Heian periods. Pairing each portrait with its original waka makes the subject both visual and literary: the poet is remembered as a face and as a voice. Sumiyoshi Gukei, a master painter of the Edo period, worked in the yamato-e tradition, and this piece reflects his synthesis of technical skill and devotion to Japan's literary heritage.

Made to Be Cut to Its Own Outline

A kiss-cut sticker takes the shape of its artwork, so each portrait and its surrounding ink lines can stand alone once separated from the sheet. The format suits a design built from distinct leaves and panels: each figure can be lifted as its own object, carrying the poem beside it. For collectors of Japanese classical painting, the sticker turns a multi-figure album into individual pieces to place on notebooks, journals, or any flat surface that can hold a small, precise image.

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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.