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Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu - Emperor among Court Ladies - ca. 1880 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu - Emperor among Court Ladies - ca. 1880 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu - Emperor among Court Ladies - ca. 1880 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This is a Meiji-era woodblock print by Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu, showing the Emperor at the centre of a formal gathering of court ladies around 1880.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a single vertical sheet built around the Emperor and the women arranged in and around the scene. Cream, crimson, green, blue and cherry pink carry the palette, rendered in traditional pigments with fine linework. Blue and purple floral kimono, a black kimono at the right, and a patterned kimono holding a peony give the women their colour and rhythm. A kneeling figure in purple anchors the lower half, while an officer in Western-style military uniform, with a plumed hat and sword, marks the scene's formality.

Meaning & Symbolism

The print records the imperial court at a moment of ceremony, when dress and placement signal rank. Its floral motifs, from the peony to the patterned silks, connect the scene to older Japanese decorative traditions, while the uniformed officer points to the modernising Meiji state. Chikanobu, one of the era's celebrated print designers, shows how these worlds sat side by side. The mood is one of quiet dignity and historical reverence.

Cut to the Outline of the Court

A kiss-cut sticker takes the shape of its own artwork, so the figures, the peony and the layered kimono edges are carried onto the object as they were printed. The sticker peels cleanly from its backing and applies smoothly to flat surfaces such as laptops, journals and windows, letting the composition sit where a collector will see it daily. Few other objects give a print of this court scene such a close, personal viewing distance.

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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.