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Many members have shown great examples of padded embroideries attributed to soldiers, sailors, and Marines serving in Asia before WWII. I believe most shown are Japanese made pieces finished in China. This embroidery I believe was completely designed and made in China. Silk background with a sateen backing. The dragon is a classic four toed Chinese dragon with four butterflies surrounding the dragon and the words “USS Isabel”, “Ichang”, “1921-22” and “China”. The USS Isabel arrived in China in 1921 ultimately serving as the Flagship of the Yangtze Patrol” for a number of years.  Ichang was the uppermost port of the Middle Yangtze River. The ship also had a small Marine detachment aboard. 

 

 

 

 

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Nice piece of artwork.  I would want this in my collection.  Thank you for sharing.

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Another beautiful piece Dirk, as always, thanks for sharing.

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Thanks guys! Definitely is a different style of embroidery then we normally see. I showed it to my cloth restorer and she picked out many details of how it was stitched and how they achieved the three D effects.

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Shame that craftsmen don't work to this caliber anymore!

kiaiokalewa
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Aloha Dirk,  

 

What stunning craftsmenship  that reminds me of Qing/ Joseon Dynasty, "Buzi" and "Hyungbae" court rank badges. 

Here's an example of a Civil  "Hyungbae" chest badge.  Unlike the dramatic  "Leap Out" dragon that you have, I'd like to point out that it could have been of royal artisan lineage.  It does exhibit the highest quality quiltmanship that seen in a very, very longtime.  

Prior to seeing this I thought  my Occupation of Korea "Liberty Shirts" from 1947 had one of the best hand quilted dragons but hands down yours is top of that apex!

When I get a chance I'll post some image of it here as I'm certain you would appreciate it as well.

 

A Hui Hou,

 

John

 

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John thank you! I feel like a novice in understanding Asian Embroidery….i can tell a well craft piece, know they can be filled with symbolism in each item chosen, and likely where it was made, but beyond that I draw a blank….i eagerly await seeing whatever you choose to post! And any detailed explanation  you provide!!

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Dirk,

 What a great piece. Thanks for sharing it with us.

Ken

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kiaiokalewa
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A bit tardy in response but none the less here's that Occupation of Korea Liberty shirt I referred to above.  The craftsmanship is really well executed in comparison to the normal hand quilted items that was coming out of Korea immediately after the Japanese Occupation.  An example of that type of work is seen in the white silk bowling shirt that was worn another member of the Military Government personnel assigned to the many functions of nation building even though it was half hearted.

 

Enjoy,

 

John 

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Hello,

 

Here is an embroidered souvenir connected to U.S.S. Augusta, one-time Flagship of the Asiatic Fleet.  Unfortunately, I cannot connect it with a date or an individual.

 

It measures about 16" x 20", and has raised embroidery.

 

Take care,

 

Steve Bryson

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That is a neat piece. Dirk here on the forum will hopefully chime in. Thanks for posting. 

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Hello,

 

Here is another one.  I don't know anything about E.M. Zapasnik, other than he apparently served in the Asiatic Fleet from 1937-1940.

 

I am guessing he may have served in a destroyer, given the places named.  Also, note at the bottom, which appears to have been cut off, "EXPERT MAKERS BY CHEFOO DRAPERY".  

 

Measurements are approximately 25" x 42".  Second photo shows the reverse, to give an idea of how much the front has faded.  Parts of the pagoda are raised approximately 1/4".

 

Take care,

 

Steve Bryson

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Another really cool piece Steve. 

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11th bomb  Group 1942-43 Grant Hall Jr
I found his name in the 11 Th Bomb Group Ordnance section LIST OF LOSSES from assignment
transferred to the 54th Service Squadron Kunming, China

Not as detailed as the beautiful dragons above but I thought may be of interest

Anyway a nice FLYING DRAGON scarf
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Castle_Keep
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The deluxe edition with fantastic embroidery.  Thanks for sharing.  

Castle_Keep
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This minty Asiatic Tour keepsake measures approximately 38” X 38” . 

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