Suzani Pillow 05

Vintage Suzani Pillowcase
Uzbekistan, Soviet Era
Handmade, Unique
36 cm x 30 cm
 
Made from a vintage Uzbek Suzani tapestry, it features hand done embroidery and a solid back. Suzani is a Persian word meaning "needle work", and these beautiful tapestries were made popular by trade through the silk routes. The botanical motif stitching are hand done by women of nomadic tribes in Uzbekistan and are rich in history, telling stories of the individual women's lives and their community, from birth to marriage. 
                                 
Back part of the Suzani Pillows are manufactured by cotton fabric and hidden zipper. 
 

Only Dry cleaning.