Fine Silk Embroidered Suzani, Nurata, Uzbekistan.
ABOUT
‘Suzani’ translates to English as ‘needlework’ and is the term used to describe the wonderful art of silk embroidery from Uzbekistan. Often produced as dowry gifts, suzanis had a meaning well beyond their decorative appeal. They were a reflection of the bride’s qualities, and a statement of the esteem in which she held her future husband and his family. There were several centres around Uzbekistan which produced suzanis in the 18th and 19th centuries. One of the most recognizable is Nurata as their designs were often decorated with large shrubs that emanate from the corners of the field as is the case with this truly beautiful suzani. The design is very well balanced in the field with the classic Nurata design of shrubs emanating from the corners to the centre. The borders are elegant and give a nice sense of movement with lots of variety in the leaves and flowers. The colours are pale and delicate. Note also that the outlines of the ornaments are drawn in a lovely gold silk rather than in brown or black. This is a delightful suzani which would create a wonderful hanging or cover in many settings.
DETAILS
Stock Number:
JR779
2.33m x 1.77m
Place of origin:
Uzbekistan
Date of manufacture:
Circa 1850
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