Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century

This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Suzanis are embroidered textiles composed of mainly cotton. They a...

This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Suzanis are embroidered textiles composed of mainly Cotton. They a...

This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Suzanis are embroidered textiles composed of mainly Cotton. They a...

This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Suzanis are embroidered textiles composed of mainly Cotton. They a...

A small scale Jizzakh suzani with clear colors. It has some ware due to age and use.

19th century Uzbekistani hand spun linen Suzani with silk embroidered floral motif and silk ikat border. Reverse side has original antique Fine hand printed cotton backing.  

Fabulous antique 19th C. Suzani from Bukhara Uzbekistan embroidered with swaying floral branches and flowers. Museum quality collectible antique hand embroidered Islamic Art textile called Susani or Suzani. Very fine art work embroidered with silk thread in many shades of green were used (sacred color in Islam it is the color of Paradise), and shades of pink from light pink to red to fuchsia. The yarns are organic vegetable dyed. The piece was made in different pieces that were put together. This antique Islamic folk art piece was embroidered in the city of Bokhara, on the Silk Road. The uses are limitless however, they are often used as wall hangings, table covers, sofa cover throw, bed spreads and upholstery fabric. A similar Susani is on display at the Museum of Islamic Art in Shangri LA Doris Duke Home is Hawai. Suzani (embroidery) from the Bukhara region of Uzbekistan, late 19th century, cotton with silk threads, Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. Condition: There were some repair on the piece. the piece is not lined, shows some wear. Please check pictures and video for more condition. Dimensions: 69 in. x 50 in. The Silk Road Bukhara: Like scattered pearls along the vast expanse of the Great Silk Road, the cities of Uzbekistan glisten radiantly under the unforgiving sun. This nation, nestled in a picturesque oasis, holds a treasure trove of historical artifacts, owing to its advantageous position at the heart of the ancient Silk Road network. In the year 138 BC, a transformative era commenced as China graciously opened its borders to trade, giving rise to caravans that embarked upon this illustrious route. These trading pathways served as conduits not only for the exchange of goods and craftsmanship but also for the intermingling of cultures, beliefs, and wisdom. Even today, within the ancient walls of cities like Samarkand, one can still discern the echoes of bustling voices, the melodious jingle of camel harnesses...

A lage finely embroidered, all over embroidered Suzani from the turn of the 20th century.