Rippon Boswell & Co A80-38

Photo credit: Rippon Boswell & Co.
Late Period (Late 19th)     Samarkand region     185 x 260 cm

Samarkand Suzanis are easily distinguished by the large scale of their designs, their lively style of drawing and a specific colour scheme.

Origin:
Central Asia, Uzbekistan

Dimensions:
260 x 185 cm

Age:
Second half 19th century

Estimate:
5,000.00 €

Samarkand Suzanis are easily distinguished by the large scale of their designs, their lively style of drawing and a specific colour scheme. In this example, the extra-wide border is striking; the actual field is small. – Several restored areas, small holes, stains. The embroidery has worn away in places.