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Yashima Gakutei - Two Men Wearing Yellow Coats and Straw Hats with Red Bows - 1840 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Yashima Gakutei - Two Men Wearing Yellow Coats and Straw Hats with Red Bows - 1840 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Yashima Gakutei - Two Men Wearing Yellow Coats and Straw Hats with Red Bows - 1840 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This 1840 woodblock print by Yashima Gakutei shows two men in bright yellow coats and straw hats trimmed with red bows, captured in a moment of Edo-period daily life.

Visual Elements & Composition

Yellow dominates the print, set against the vivid brick red of the bows and the cream and maroon tones of the paper. The round straw hats act as earthy discs that anchor the figures, while vertical stripes and a black horizontal band divide the space and frame the scene. One dancer in a zigzag-patterned yellow robe is shown mid-leap, so the composition reads as movement rather than a still portrait.

Meaning & Symbolism

Gakutei, a pupil of Katsushika Hokusai, worked within the ukiyo-e tradition, and this print records mid-nineteenth-century fashion with observational precision. The bright yellow coats and red bows show how colour signalled style in the Edo period, while the dancing figures place that attire in performance and public life. The print is a document of its time, as much a record of fashion as an artwork.

Made for the Sticker Surface

A kiss-cut sticker is cut to the outline of its own artwork, so the yellow coats and red bows read as one shape on whatever surface they meet. Laptops, journals and windows are smooth, flat surfaces where a design this graphic holds its line. Because the composition is bold and flat in colour, it translates cleanly to a small object that collectors can place where they will see it every day.

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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.