A classic Nurata silk embroidery showing a central star-shaped blossom surrounded by an outer frame of eight birds.

Origin:
Central Asia, Uzbekistan

Dimensions:
225 x 159 cm

Age:
Mid 19th century

Estimate:
5,000.00 €

A classic Nurata silk embroidery showing a central star-shaped blossom surrounded by an outer frame of eight birds. Four flowering plants are growing diagonally towards the central motif from the corners of the field, while smaller flowering branches fill the free spaces. In the border, circular and fan-shaped blossoms are framed by sickle leaves. – Slight signs of age and wear, backed with fabric.