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  • Tan silk brocade with gold-threaded medallions and floral sprays, joined to a worn blue-grey panel.
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unknown - Iconographic Drawings of the Five Kings of Wisdom (Myōō-bu shoson) - 12th century v2 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

unknown - Iconographic Drawings of the Five Kings of Wisdom (Myōō-bu shoson) - 12th century v2 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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unknown - Iconographic Drawings of the Five Kings of Wisdom (Myōō-bu shoson) - 12th century v2 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This design presents the Five Kings of Wisdom, the Godai Myōō, as a set of fierce, precisely delineated protector deities from Japanese Esoteric Buddhism.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is built on a rectangular panel that is organised around circular medallions, each filled with scrolling floral ornament. Floral sprays and scroll motifs fill the spaces between the medallions, creating a repeating medallion-and-damask pattern. The palette is restrained and warm: tan and dark brown form the ground, gold picks out the ornament, and slate blue and sage green add cool counterpoints. Ribbon ties hang along the left edge, anchoring the composition.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Myōō are the wrathful manifestations of the Five Wisdom Buddhas, central to the Shingon and Tendai traditions. Their fierce presence was invoked to overcome obstacles and subdue negative influences, and their energy stands for the force needed to cut through ignorance and delusion. The figures and their attributes were standardised so practitioners could engage them accurately in ritual visualisation. Drawings like these date from the 12th century, a period when institutional Buddhism flourished under imperial patronage and monk-artists used such images to pass precise doctrinal knowledge across generations.

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A kiss-cut sticker follows its own outline, so the artwork is framed by its shape rather than a rectangle. Each cut becomes part of the image, letting the medallion and figure edges read as deliberate design. For collectors of Heian-period art, the sticker works as a compact record of the same meticulous documentation that defined the originals.

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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.