Embroidered Dragon & Phoenix Sukajan, Silver, Purple and Maroon with Cherry Blossoms, Size L

Dragon and phoenix, paired emblems of East Asian imperial imagery, meet among cherry blossoms on this embroidered souvenir jacket. Worked in maroon, purple and silver thread, it holds to the motif that has defined the sukajan since its Yokosuka beginnings, and comes in manufacturer's size L.

The Piece

The sukajan takes its name from Yokosuka, where embroidered souvenir jackets were made for servicemen after the war; the dragon, an emblem of power and command over water, has remained one of its defining subjects.

This example pairs a large dragon (ryu) with a phoenix and cherry blossoms, in silver, purple and maroon. The manufacturer's size is L.

Details

• Color: Silver, purple and maroon
• Size: L (manufacturer's size)
• Measurements: Height 63 cm · Width 55 cm · Arm length (top) 64 cm · Arm length (bottom) 53 cm (approximate)
• Motifs: Dragon (ryu), phoenix, cherry blossoms

Condition

Pre-owned and not factory-new; condition is documented in the photographs.

Authenticity & Care

Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.

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