The term Suzani means "needlework"--specifically, the exquisite silk thread embroidery panels made by Uzbek women. Traditionally this embroidery work began at the birth of a daughter and continued, with the help of family and friends, until the bride's dowry was complete. As the Soviet era ended and Westerners discovered Central Asian folk arts, the price of old suzanis escalated. East_treasures offers you old suzani, affordably priced and in beautiful condition. Our suzani are genuine folk art, stitched by hand in the traditional manner. Once used as coverlets for the bridal bed, these gorgeous textiles can bring color and texture to any environ. Suzani make delightful wall hangings, bedspreads, furniture throws, pillows, or even tablecloths. LOT Suzani ORIGIN Tashkent MATERIALS natural silk on natural cotton CONDITION excellent SIZE 114 x 95 in/289,5 x 241 cm Offered here is very beautiful Uzbek Suzani. Embroidery has always been important in the ornamentation of the Uzbek home. In the house every part of the wall is filled with embroidered articles of different purpose and use, ranging from small things, like pouches for combs, a mirrow (oinahalta), tea (choikhalta), to bigger items, like suzanies. Niches in the walls are covered with special embroideries (kirpech, tokchapush and choishab). Embroidered strips, zardevor, hang along the upper part of three walls - the two longitudial and one end-wall. At the time of the nuptials one can see here scull-caps and dresses of the bride which add to the decor of the room. The suzani is fully silk embroidered on the cotton background. Embroidery is very beautiful and various patterned with floral motifs. The black foundation is deepened the effect of embroidery. Huge decorative effect plus interesting design makes this piece of silk embroidery is real masterpiece, which has been made with skill and love. Don't miss the opportunity to own such beautiful embroidery.
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