Kugatsu
Originally from a collection of Japanese vintage matchbook covers from the early 20th century, this print combines illustration, colorful graphic design, and bold typography to make a timeless image. Mixing Japanese design with western Art Deco-style illustration, the original matchbook cover was advertising a restaurant called "Kugatsu".
Medium: giclée print on 100% cotton paper
Frame: maple
Artwork Info
Limited edition of 50, embossed with VC seal.
Made in Los Angeles.
All of our works are ready-to-hang with hardware attached to the frame (d-rings with hanging wire).
We prefer to use plexiglass on our works which is safer than glass and less likely to get damaged in transit. Non-reflective plexiglass is available upon request. This will incur an additional charge.
Lead time & Shipping
This item is custom made and ships within 4-5 weeks. If you have a tight deadline please contact hello@visualcontrast.co to expedite your order.
For more information on shipping and returns please visit our FAQ page
Originally from a collection of Japanese vintage matchbook covers from the early 20th century, this print combines illustration, colorful graphic design, and bold typography to make a timeless image. Mixing Japanese design with western Art Deco-style illustration, the original matchbook cover was advertising a restaurant called "Kugatsu".
Medium: giclée print on 100% cotton paper
Frame: maple
Artwork Info
Limited edition of 50, embossed with VC seal.
Made in Los Angeles.
All of our works are ready-to-hang with hardware attached to the frame (d-rings with hanging wire).
We prefer to use plexiglass on our works which is safer than glass and less likely to get damaged in transit. Non-reflective plexiglass is available upon request. This will incur an additional charge.
Lead time & Shipping
This item is custom made and ships within 4-5 weeks. If you have a tight deadline please contact hello@visualcontrast.co to expedite your order.
For more information on shipping and returns please visit our FAQ page
Originally from a collection of Japanese vintage matchbook covers from the early 20th century, this print combines illustration, colorful graphic design, and bold typography to make a timeless image. Mixing Japanese design with western Art Deco-style illustration, the original matchbook cover was advertising a restaurant called "Kugatsu".
Medium: giclée print on 100% cotton paper
Frame: maple
Artwork Info
Limited edition of 50, embossed with VC seal.
Made in Los Angeles.
All of our works are ready-to-hang with hardware attached to the frame (d-rings with hanging wire).
We prefer to use plexiglass on our works which is safer than glass and less likely to get damaged in transit. Non-reflective plexiglass is available upon request. This will incur an additional charge.
Lead time & Shipping
This item is custom made and ships within 4-5 weeks. If you have a tight deadline please contact hello@visualcontrast.co to expedite your order.
For more information on shipping and returns please visit our FAQ page
ABOUT THIS COLLECTION // JAPANESE MATCHBOOK COLLECTION
By repurposing vintage matchbook covers, we created the Japanese Matchbook Collection, featuring a mix of Japanese design with western Art Deco-style illustration. A dear friend had been holding onto a collection of vintage matchbook covers, purchased over 50 years ago while traveling in Japan, and thought Visual Contrast might know how to put the vintage beauties to good use. With a mix of illustration, graphic design, and bold typography, these vintage matchbook covers are playful, colourful, and timeless.
