Cafe Kigatei
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 cafe called "Cafe Kigatei".
Medium: giclée print on 100% cotton paper
Frame: small matte black shadowbox
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.
Framing
For more framing options, view our frame selection here.
If you would like to purchase this artwork unframed, contact us at hello@visualcontrast.co.
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 cafe called "Cafe Kigatei".
Medium: giclée print on 100% cotton paper
Frame: small matte black shadowbox
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.
Framing
For more framing options, view our frame selection here.
If you would like to purchase this artwork unframed, contact us at hello@visualcontrast.co.
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 cafe called "Cafe Kigatei".
Medium: giclée print on 100% cotton paper
Frame: small matte black shadowbox
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.
Framing
For more framing options, view our frame selection here.
If you would like to purchase this artwork unframed, contact us at hello@visualcontrast.co.
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.
