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Unidentified artist - One hundred portraits of Peking opera characters - late 19th–early 20th century v67 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Unidentified artist - One hundred portraits of Peking opera characters - late 19th–early 20th century v67 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Unidentified artist - One hundred portraits of Peking opera characters - late 19th–early 20th century v67 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Unidentified artist - One hundred portraits of Peking opera characters - late 19th–early 20th century v67 - Kiss-Cut Stickers Design

This design preserves a historic archival compendium documenting one hundred distinct painted visages from traditional Chinese Peking opera.

Theatrical Portraiture & Palette

Drawn from a late 19th- to early 20th-century visual record, the composition arranges classic stage archetypes in a rigorous, encyclopedic grid. Each portrait centers on elaborate facial makeup—known as jingju lianpu—where saturated pigments of crimson, black, yellow, and turquoise map out the moral character, temperament, and social status of mythical and historical figures. The linework captures the meticulous hand-brushed symmetry of traditional Chinese theatrical arts.

History & Stage Archetypes

These stylized masks are not mere decoration; they are a sophisticated visual language developed over centuries of theatrical performance. Every stroke of color and line encodes a specific persona, from loyal generals and treacherous ministers to supernatural demons and righteous heroes. Preserved from an era of profound cultural transition, this series serves as a direct window into the codified aesthetics of classical Chinese drama.

On the Kiss-Cut Stickers

Reduced from an expansive theatrical archive into a precise kiss-cut silhouette, this assembly of opera visages lets you peel away the backing to place centuries of stage tradition directly onto journals, laptops, or smooth flat surfaces.

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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.