Title: "DRAGON" Vintage: ARTVOGUE Era: Early 1950s Material: Rayon Habutae Print: Discharge Print Design Pattern: Oriental Design Buttons: Urea Buttons This piece, using thick rayon habutae fabric, has a strong impact with a dynamically placed dragon on both the front and back. The Artvogue of California company, which created this work, was known for its back panel patterns, and this design reflects the sensibility of Artvogue. In the Yuan Dynasty of China, only dragons with five claws and two horns on their heads were considered true dragons, and this design was exclusively for the emperor. This is a masterpiece that transcends time and culture, with the dragon, symbolizing the highest rank, crossing the sea and depicted as a motif on Aloha shirts on the West Coast of America. Artvogue of California was quick to sense the trends of the time and released innovative ideas one after another. The back panel patterns, which the company produced in large numbers, are one example, and the invention and establishment of this design pattern is a significant achievement in the history of Aloha shirts. The company collaborated with the major fabric manufacturer Kohama to create original works and generate new trends. Lot No. SS39529 / SUN SURF SPECIAL EDITION “DRAGON” (SHORT SLEEVE) SUN SURF SPECIAL EDITION Aloha shirts, which symbolize paradise Hawaii. Japanese immigrants were deeply involved in its origin, and not only tropical patterns but also Japanese patterns exist as vintage items. In the mid-20th century, when Hawaii was established as a tourist destination, the demand for Aloha shirts as souvenirs increased rapidly. Designs and patterns diversified, and many works were created. These are special, rare pieces that you may encounter in the process of collecting vintage Aloha shirts. Sun Surf's Special Edition pays tribute to the textile designers who created those masterpieces, which are gradually disappearing with the passage of time, and completely reproduces their charm, including luxurious multi-color prints, powerful designs, and details of each part that differ depending on the manufacturer and era. Width 62cm Length 70cm Shoulder 50cm Sleeve 62cm Made in Japan Color: Black系 (Black-based) Material: Rayon