Unframed Imperial Dragon Cross-stitch and Original Pattern

Intricately and beautifully done cross-stitch with a fire-breathing imperial dragon design in aqua blue and Chinese orange-red embroidery. Also note the gold thread on the dragon’s body. It is approximately 12 1/2” wide x 17 1/2” long. It was included with the proceeds of The Dragon Dreams Museum in Chattanooga, TN. Closed permanently in 2016, I purchased the contents last Summer. Strangely, I cross-stitched the exact same dragon over 40 years ago. I have included my original cross-stitch pattern book from Serendipity Designs, as I no longer have the patience for cross-stitch. The pattern currently for sale on Amazon ($9.95) notes a publication date of January 1, 1979. See last photo showing my framed cross-stitch for comparison purposes. Dragons are symbols of strength, protection and prosperity. A dragon is said to protect the owner from harm. Perfect for the home decor of dragon lovers.