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unknown - The Churning of the Ocean of Milk - ca. 1780–90 v2 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

unknown - The Churning of the Ocean of Milk - ca. 1780–90 v2 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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unknown - The Churning of the Ocean of Milk - ca. 1780–90 v2 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This design reproduces a Pahari painting of the Hindu episode known as the Churning of the Ocean of Milk, or Samudra Manthan, made in the Punjab Hills in the late eighteenth century.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built as a single rectangular leaf, set against an off-white backdrop with parchment tan tones and ink brown linework. Its surface carries the marks of age, including a rust-coloured stain, and the numerals 15 and 44 along with the catalogue number 1977.443.2 sit within the frame. The leaf's clean, upright edges give the composition its structure, and the warm, muted palette keeps the focus on the drawing itself.

Meaning & Symbolism

The episode tells how gods and demons cooperate and compete to churn the cosmic ocean and draw out the nectar of immortality. Along the way, divine treasures and toxic substances rise from the waters, and cosmic intervention is needed to preserve the universe. The story stands for the ongoing struggle between order and chaos, and for the balance that holds existence together. Painters of this region and period drew closely on Sanskrit texts and Puranic literature, and this leaf follows their established regional conventions.

Cut to the Leaf

A kiss-cut sticker follows its own outline, so this artwork keeps the shape of the manuscript leaf it depicts rather than sitting inside a standard border. The result reads as a small object in its own right: a fragment of an old text, lifted off the page and set on a notebook, journal, or laptop lid, where it can be seen up close and turned over in the hand.

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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.