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Antique Suzani from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 1880s

$8,500
£6,385.44
€7,363.45
CA$11,794.86
A$13,106.69
CHF 6,868.04
MX$160,730.19
NOK 87,597.91
SEK 82,408.90
DKK 54,957.65
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About the Item

A large rare example to suzanis Samarkand of Uzbekistan. It has some staining due to use and age.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 109.06 in (277 cm)Width: 89.38 in (227 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
  • Style:
    Suzani (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Silk,Embroidered,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Istanbul, TR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 63151stDibs: LU1827344845282

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