M-1943 Dragon & Lady Jacket, Hand Painted

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During World War II, US soldiers discovered the back of their jackets as a canvas. Using paint and brushes, they created designs as diverse as the men themselves: combat machines with deployment statistics, pin-up girls from magazines, memories of home, or symbols of personal pride. Each jacket became a unique piece, a statement of identity and a personal work of art.

When American troops came to Asia, impressions from there also shaped the designs. Exotic patterns, mythical creatures or legends found their way onto the fabrics – mixed with Western images of longing and adventure.

This jacket features a hand-painted female figure, so beautiful and powerful that even a dragon submits to her. Perhaps the memory of a beloved, perhaps the projection of an unattainable muse.

The M-1943 was the US Army's answer to the many different uniforms that had been in use up to that point. A field jacket that was supposed to work universally – from rain and mud to cold and wind.

• BR15723 / Type M-1943 “BUZZ RICKSON MFG. CO.” HAND PAINTED "DRAGON & LADY" 01 HAND PAINTED
• Made in Japan
  
• Hand painted
• 100% cotton
• Heavy cotton satin
• Lining: Cotton Poplin
• Color: Olive
• Zipper
  
• Hood in the collar
• Tunnel drawstring at waist
• 2 chest pockets
• 2 front pockets
• Regular Fit
• Size reference: Size 42 at 185 cm / 85 kg