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Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, circa 1900s.
While this suzani is in wonderful condition, there are small stains and signs of …
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Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, circa 1900s.
While this suzani is in wonderful condition, there are small stains and signs of wear on this suzani, that are expected in items of this age.
Dimension;
56" x 68" / 143 x 172 Cm / 4'8" x 5'8"
Suzani” derives from the Persian word "suzan" for "needle" and refers to bright silk embroidered wall hangings and bedspreads that adorned homes of people on festive occasions. Suzanis are practical yet decorative items that took months for 1-2 individuals to make. There are variations in the shade of the silk thread used to embroider this, as is commonly seen in older suzanis that were made for personal use in people’s homes.
Embroidery on a cotton base.
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- Dimensions
- 56ʺW × 0.5ʺD × 68ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Uzbekistan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cotton
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brick Red
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition Excellent condition less
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