Rippon Boswell & Co A82-96

Photo credit: Rippon Boswell & Co.
Early Period (Before 19th Century and Early 19th)     Samarkand region     160 x 207 cm

Origin:
Central Asia, Uzbekistan

Dimensions:
207 x 160 cm

Age:
First half 19th century

Estimate:
3,900.00 €

Embroidered in particularly delicate and light colours, with a high proportion of aubergine, this comparatively small-format Suzani from Samarkand appears to be very old. The cotton ground has faded to yellow with age. – Signs of age and wear, several missing sections and holes. Backed with fabric.