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unknown - Printed Book of the Text for A Long Tale for an Autumn Night (Aki no yo no nagamonogatari) - dated 1642 v25 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

unknown - Printed Book of the Text for A Long Tale for an Autumn Night (Aki no yo no nagamonogatari) - dated 1642 v25 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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unknown - Printed Book of the Text for A Long Tale for an Autumn Night (Aki no yo no nagamonogatari) - dated 1642 v25 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This design reproduces an open book spread from a rare 1642 printed edition of A Long Tale for an Autumn Night, a classic Japanese narrative of monastic life.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built from two facing pages of parchment beige, with rectangular columns of black text running down each side. Faded grey ink and sepia brown toning give the paper its aged character, and the woodblock-printed texture is visible in the strokes of every character. The open spread sits at the centre of the composition, so the columns of text read as the dominant structure, with the edges of the pages falling away into the parchment tone.

Meaning & Symbolism

The text originated as a Muromachi-period emaki, a hand-painted scroll, and this 1642 edition marks its move into print. The tale follows the setsuwa tradition, recounting the everyday experiences, quarrels and ironic situations of monks in a Buddhist monastery. Its humour works as social critique, setting the ascetic ideals of religious life against worldly behaviour. Framed as a long autumn night, the story joins serious monastic discourse with popular folklore, and the book itself stands as an Edo-period record of growing literacy among the general public.

Reading the Sticker as an Object of the Page

A kiss-cut sticker is trimmed to its own outline, so this open spread lifts cleanly off its backing and sits on a surface as a single printed page. It suits journals, notebooks and laptops, where a book image belongs, and the cut edge follows the page shape so the artwork reads as a leaf of the book it depicts.

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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.