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Vintage Uzbek Suzani Textile
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Uzbek Suzani (needlepoint) textile from the mid-20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Uzbek Suzani Embroidery
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique Suzani from Uzbekistan early 20th century entirely hand embroidered with beautiful
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Uzbek Suzani Embroidery
Antique Uzbek Suzani Embroidery
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W 55.12 in L 96.46 in
Antique Uzbekistan Suzani Textile Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Uzbekistan Suzani Textile Rug 6'2'' x 9'9''.
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Antique 1880s Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Uzbek Folk Art Suzani, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A naively drawn suzani from Uzbekistan, probably 1970s. These kind of suzanis are not like the
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Uzbek Folk Art Suzani, 1970s
Uzbek Folk Art Suzani, 1970s
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W 72.84 in L 76.78 in
Antique Uzbek Suzani Embroidery Rug, c. 1800
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Uzbek Suzani Embroidery, c. 1800 Blending naturalism with ethereal fantasy, this
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Antique 18th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rose Suzani from Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A nice typical good quality example to vintage suzanis. 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Rose Suzani from Uzbekistan, 1970s
Rose Suzani from Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 74.02 in L 102.37 in
Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A small finely embroidered example.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1960s
Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1960s
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W 48.82 in L 54.34 in
Antique Red Suzani from Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Located in Istanbul, TR
A squarish antique suzani from Tashkent Uzbekistan dating probably back to 1880s. The small square
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Antique Late 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Antique Red Suzani from Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Antique Red Suzani from Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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W 39.77 in L 39.38 in
Antique Uzbekistan Suzani Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
​78199 Antique Uzbek Shakhrisyabz Suzani Tapestry, 03'07 x 05'00. Uzbek Shakhrisyabz Suzani
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Antique Late 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Silk, Cotton

Ivory Ground Suzani from Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ivory background is rarer to comedy among the vintage suzanis. The work is very good. 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Ivory Ground Suzani from Uzbekistan, 1970s
Ivory Ground Suzani from Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 64.18 in L 85.44 in
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A vintage suzani with a rather unusual design layout.
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 83.86 in L 72.45 in
Antique Uzbekistan Suzani Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
78198 antique Uzbekistan Suzani tapestry wall hanging 3'06 x 5'01. Design a room that feels well
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Antique Mid-19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Antique Uzbekistan Suzani Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
78197 Antique Uzbekistan Suzani Tapestry Wall Hanging 03'07 x 05'00. Design a room that feels well
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Antique Early 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Vintage Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is unusual with its bold design and smaller size. This group of Samarkand suzanis tend to be
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1970s
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 72.45 in L 90.56 in
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
The design and work on this orange Suzani is superior to the most same period pieces. It has no
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1960s
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1960s
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W 88.19 in L 118.12 in
Suzani Body Pillow Fashioned from a Tashkent Suzani, Uzbekistan
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials, Linen in the back, early 20th century. Zipper closure, Dry cleaning is recommended.
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Silk

Suzani Pillow Cases Fashioned from a Vintage Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts but bags made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended Measures: 53 x 63 cm/20.87...
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Uzbek Folk Art Suzani, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A naively drawn suzani from Uzbekistan, probably 1970s. These kind of suzanis are not like the
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Mid-20th Century Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Uzbek Folk Art Suzani, 1970s
Uzbek Folk Art Suzani, 1970s
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W 77.56 in L 81.11 in
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
The embroidery does not have a lining. ( A lining could be put upon request.) It has very fine embroidery for its age group and the design is calm and unusual.  
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20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 59.06 in L 91.34 in
19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is a pity that this great piece has been butchered by the previous owner. A rare item. Silk embroidery on a silk background.
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Antique 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Silk

19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Fragment
19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Fragment
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W 76.78 in L 100.79 in
Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Cotton in the back. Zipper closure. Dry Cleaning is recommended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 42.13 in L 14.18 in
Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Cotton in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recommended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 44.49 in L 14.18 in
Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Cotton in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recommended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
Suzani Body Pillow Case, Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 51.19 in L 13.39 in
Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1960s/70s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is in rather good condition, probably from 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1960s/70s
Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1960s/70s
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W 82.29 in L 103.55 in
Large Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is all cotton from 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Large Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1970s
Large Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, 1970s
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W 83.86 in L 140.95 in
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is all cotton and finely embroidered.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1960s
Vintage Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1960s
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W 87.8 in L 126.78 in
Antique Uzbek Bukhara Suzani Textile, Embroidered Wall Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
78513 Antique Uzbek Bukhara Suzani Tapestry, 04'09 x 07'04. Design a room that feels well-traveled
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Antique Late 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Persian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

First Half 20th Century Uzbek Samarkand Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
First half 20th century Uzbek Samarkand Suzani. A decorative old Suzani.
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

First Half 20th Century Uzbek Samarkand Suzani
First Half 20th Century Uzbek Samarkand Suzani
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W 96.86 in L 122.05 in
Suzani Lumbar Pillow Cases Fashioned from an Uzbek Suzani, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts but bags made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Cases Made from a Vintage Uzbek Suzani, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back dry clean only Measures: 38 x 82 cm / 14.96 x 32.28 in. 37 x 80 cm / 14.57 x 31.5 in. 41 x 69 cm / 16.14 x 27.17 in. 38 x 80 cm ...
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Mid-20th Century Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan
Located in Istanbul, TR
‘Suzani’ meaning ‘needle’ so ‘needle work ‘ in Persian, refgers to a group of embroideries mainly
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Mid-20th Century Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan
Mid-20th Century Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan
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W 100.01 in L 125.99 in
Vintage Suzani from Uzbekistan, Central Asia, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
The Suzani has an unusual color palette and has a Russian print lining.
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Colorful 1970s Suzani from Uzbekistan, Central Asia
Located in Istanbul, TR
A happy example to black background suzanis, 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Colorful 1970s Suzani from Uzbekistan, Central Asia
Colorful 1970s Suzani from Uzbekistan, Central Asia
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W 84.65 in L 117.33 in
Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, Mid-20th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
A happy cheerful Suzani from mid-20th century all cotton.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, Mid-20th Century
Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan, Mid-20th Century
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W 90.56 in L 119.3 in
Decorative Large mid 20th C. Suzani from Uzbekistan
Located in Istanbul, TR
Uzbek Suzani, a captivating textile art form originating from Central Asia, embodies a rich
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Decorative Large mid 20th C. Suzani from Uzbekistan
Decorative Large mid 20th C. Suzani from Uzbekistan
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W 83.47 in L 140.16 in
Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80106, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani embroidered Kilim rug with bohemian style. This hand-woven wool
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80105, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani embroidered Kilim rug with Bohemian style. This handwoven wool
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80113, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim rug with Bohemian style. This handwoven wool
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80112, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani embroidered Kilim rug with Bohemian style. This handwoven wool
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80110, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim rug with Bohemian style. This handwoven wool
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80111, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani embroidered Kilim rug with Bohemian style. This handwoven wool
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim Rug with Bohemian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80114, vintage Afghan Uzbek Suzani Embroidered Kilim rug with Bohemian style 07'10 x 09'07. This
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Late 20th Century Afghan Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Bukhara Suzani, Uzbekistan, 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Good Uzbek suzanis are famous with their color, workmanship and silk quality. Here is a first
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Antique 19th Century Uzbek Islamic Central Asian Rugs

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Silk

Antique Bukhara Suzani, Uzbekistan, 19th C.
Antique Bukhara Suzani, Uzbekistan, 19th C.
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W 67.33 in L 102.37 in
Suzani Pillow Cases Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with an inserts but bags made to size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recommended. Measures: 91 x 47 cm/35...
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Case Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure dry cleaning is recommended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Case Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Case Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended.     
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Case Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended.  
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Cases Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with an insert but a bags made to the size to accomodate insert materials. Linen in the back zipper closure dry cleaning is recomended.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani from Bukhara, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, 1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
Has a heavy strong body, a Bukhara Classic from its own period.
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Suzani from Bukhara, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, 1970s
Suzani from Bukhara, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, 1970s
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W 84.65 in L 107.09 in
Large Suzani Pillow Cases Made from a Vintage Uzbek Suzani, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back Dry clean only Measures: 54 x 84 cm /21.26 x 33.07 in. 69 x 77 cm /27.17 x 30.31 in. 68 x 75 cm /26.77 x 29.53 in.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Suzani Pillow Case Fashioned from an Early 20th Century Uzbek Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Dry clean only.
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Long Suzani Pillow Case Fashioned from a Vintage Uzbek Suzani, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back Dry clean only.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

1st Half 20th C. Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Located in Istanbul, TR
This is a all cotton 1930s Suzani from Samarkand Uzbekistan. Overall condition is good and the
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

1st Half 20th C. Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan
1st Half 20th C. Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan
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W 88.19 in L 97.64 in
Early 19th Century Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani Wall Hanging,
Located in Istanbul, TR
An early Uzbek Shakrisabz Suzani rug with an unusual design and great colour saturation. Measures
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Antique Early 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Folk Suzani, from Urgut, Uzbekistan, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
A small suzani with pastel colors, and fine embroidery.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Folk Suzani, from Urgut, Uzbekistan, Mid 20th C
Folk Suzani, from Urgut, Uzbekistan, Mid 20th C
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W 46.07 in L 49.22 in
Folk Suzani from Urgut Uzbekistan, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
A small colorful suzani with a rather unusual palette of colors.
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

Folk Suzani from Urgut Uzbekistan, Mid 20th C
Folk Suzani from Urgut Uzbekistan, Mid 20th C
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W 58.67 in L 54.73 in
Mid-20th Century Large Abstract Suzani from Uzbekistan
Located in Istanbul, TR
This Suzani has a rather unusual color pallete along with a pleasant design, mid-20th century.   
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton

19th Century Central Asian Uzbek Shahrisabz Small Suzani
Located in Istanbul, TR
A rare Suzani but with some condition issues. The background silk has some damage, splits and loss
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Antique 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

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Cotton, Silk

Antique Uzbek Kermina Suzani Textile, c. 1800
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Uzbek Kermina Suzani Textile, c. 1800 Additional Information: Dimensions: 6'0" W x 8'5" L
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Antique 18th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

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Uzbek Suzani Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Uzbek suzani rugs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Uzbek suzani rugs — often made from fabric, cotton and silk — can elevate any home. Uzbek suzani rugs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Uzbek suzani rugs bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made Uzbek suzani rugs over the years, but those made by Seref Ozen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Uzbek Suzani Rugs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $475, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $35,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Rugs and Carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down. 

Questions About Uzbek Suzani Rugs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Uzbek suzani is a type of textile produced by artisans living and working in Uzbekistan. It involves painstakingly embroidering flowers and medallions onto fabrics by hand to create colorful patterns. You'll find a collection of Uzbek suzani textiles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani rugs are traditionally made in Central Asian countries, namely Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Iran. Nomadic tribes first created these highly elaborate and detailed rugs which feature superior craftsmanship and making them a very desirable item today. Find a collection of expertly vetted Suzani rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.