Hand Stitched Suzani (CSSU010924 | 63 x 86")

Hand Stitched Suzani (CSSU010924 | 63 x 86")Hand stitched silk on silk suzani from Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Stylized tulip motif in shades of blue, green, red, and pink on a hand loomed brown ground. Hand embroidered by one artist in a traditional chain stitch with flicker stitching adding depth and movement to the design. Bordered with a trailing floral motif and framed in bronze silk. 63 x 86"

catching the light and revealing the hand of the maker in every detail

A romantic celebration of color and form

or framed as textile art

and a quietly joyful sensibility to any interior

suzanis of this style were created to mark life’s most meaningful celebrations

Antique Ottoman Empire raised silvery gold metallic embroidery of scrollwork and flowers on Dusty Rose velvet

Once in contact with water

The contrast against the aqua silk ground enhances the luminosity of each hue

12 1/2 x 19"

while subtle variations in the hand-stitching bring depth

The composition feels organic and free-flowing

so too does the textile—revealing the artistry of the maker in every detail