The old textiles called suzanis were born in the area along the Silk Roads that interconnected the cultures of Europe, Turkey and China with the Muslim world in the area which is calling in present time Uzbekistan. Uzbek Suzanis give us an opportunity to have an insight into the old culture and traditions of this land. Such works of Art were prepared and used for ceremonial functions like wedding dowries, and the general embellishment of reception rooms.
This wonderful item is Tashkent an old "Kerpech" it was made for a special purpose to cover niches. It has beautiful floral embroidery. The foundation of this machine embroidery is velvet fabric. Size of this Kerpech 90 x 25 inches or 225 x 62 cm Condition is good, has small rip. it is from Tashkent the capital of uzbekistan. It was made1968 y.
Add this wonderful example of Uzbek embroidery to your textile collection. Or decorate your walls. it will brighten up any room and will give an Asian beauty. Keep watching my next auctions for more antique textiles from Uzbekistan.
