Large "Suzani" Embroidery

(DK-68-61)
8'5" x 9'2" (257cm x 279cm)
Central Asia, Uzbekistan: Late 20th Century
Embroidery, silk stitching on cotton
A beautiful embroidered cover from Uzbekistan, created in the "Suzani" style, with silk stitching on cotton cloth. This was made after the Post-Soviet liberation of the country that saw a revival of traditional arts and crafts when local artists were inspired by the 19th century masterpieces. This is an unusually large example that would make a great wall hanging, a bedspread or a table cover.
Condition & Remarks
Excellent

Categories
Large, Textiles, Blankets, etc