0
7,044  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0  ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAY NEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Latest
Price Low
Price High
sellingantiques.co.uk
ID #SA1141455
FOR SALE
£1,250
Email
Save
Antique Uzbek Tashkent 'Full Work' Suzani, Great Colour and Condition, Circa 1900.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
for sale €1,463     $1,588
£1,250
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

Cotswold Oriental Rugs

Sellingantiques Verified Since Aug 2008
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Specialists in antique carpets, rugs & runners. Professional cleaning, repairs & restoration.
Relevant Links
Id #SA1141455
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Antique Uzbek Tashkent 'Full Work' Suzani, Great Colour and Condition, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920
Description

Size: 7ft 1in x 4ft 11in (216 x 149cm).

Antique Uzbek Tashkent suzani, superb colour and condition.

Circa 1900.

Suzani are silk embroideries that have been woven in Uzbekistan for many hundreds of years, they are treasured family items woven by the ladies of a family usually to celebrate a wedding. They are then used to decorate the inside of the Yurt. They are often embroidered in silk on strips of cotton which are then joined together to make the complete item. The suzani is then backed with fine cotton to give it strength and body.

This suzani is in 'full work' the silk basma stitching covers the entire surface, the ground is hand spun linen known as 'karboz'. The suzani probably originates from Tashkent in north-east Uzbekistan.

The condition is excellent with only very slight wear and no repairs.

The suzani is ready for display.

Ref: T-0019.

Physical Dimensions
Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
149cm (58.66")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Tashkent Suzani Textile to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1141455
Dealers Internal Reference
T-0019
Dealers Notes

All of our prices include FREE WORLD WIDE EXPRESS DELIVERY by DHL.

To purchase any item please click on the payment link. We are also happy to accept most payment methods including American Express, bank transfers, debit & credit cards.

To purchase by card over the telephone, please contact us on 01608 652111 or 0044 1608 652111 from outside the UK.

Description
Size: 7ft 1in x 4ft 11in (216 x 149cm).

Antique Uzbek Tashkent suzani, superb colour and condition.

Circa 1900.

“
Suzani are silk embroideries that have been woven in Uzbekistan for many hundreds of years, they are treasured family items woven by the ladies of a family usually to celebrate a wedding.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

They are then used to decorate the inside of the Yurt. They are often embroidered in silk on strips of cotton which are then joined together to make the complete item. The suzani is then backed with fine cotton to give it strength and body.

fig 1. A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy.
fig 1. Antique Uzbek Tashkent 'Full Work' Suzani, Great Colour and Condition, Circa 1900.

This suzani is in 'full work' the silk basma stitching covers the entire surface, the ground is hand spun linen known as 'karboz'. The suzani probably originates from Tashkent in north-east Uzbekistan.

The condition is excellent with only very slight wear and no repairs.

The suzani is ready for display.

Ref: T-0019.

Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
149cm (58.66")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Tashkent Suzani Textile to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1141455
Dealers Internal Ref
T-0019
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2008

Specialists in antique carpets, rugs & runners. Professional cleaning, repairs & restoration.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Cotswold Oriental Rugs Profile Page

Relevant Links
PDF SHARE
SAVE
A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy.
1 / 12
Archive I A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy.

ANTIQUE UZBEK TASHKENT 'FULL WORK' SUZANI, GREAT COLOUR AND CONDITION, CIRCA 1900.

Archive II A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View II
Archive III A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View III
Archive IV A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View IV
Archive V A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View V
Archive VI A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View IX
Archive X A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View X
Archive XI A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy. View XII
Enlarged Archival View
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

Cotswold Oriental Rugs
Telephone 01608 652111 or 07774 644478
Location
High Street
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 0AD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/knights
Verified Since Aug 2008
Items For Sale 688
Items Sold 1,716
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
Verified Since Aug 2008
View Dealer Info
Location: High Street, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0AD, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/knights
Verified
Aug 2008
For Sale
688
Sold
1,716
A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy.
ANTIQUE UZBEK TASHKENT 'FULL WORK' SUZANI, GREAT COLOUR AND CONDITION, CIRCA 1900.
Ref: SA1141455
A rectangular hand-embroidered textile featuring a large central circular starburst medallion surrounded by floral motifs in shades of pink, cream, orange, and burgundy.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

Tashkent suzani textiles originate from Uzbekistan in Central Asia, historically hand-embroidered by brides and female family members as part of a traditional wedding dowry. Characterised by large medallion motifs, botanical patterns, and dense silk needlework on cotton or silk foundations, these textiles served as decorative bed covers, wall hangings, or room dividers.

Traditional suzanis are crafted using silk embroidery threads worked onto a foundation cloth composed of narrow woven strips of cotton or silk-and-cotton fabric. The primary stitches include basma (couching) and tambur (chain stitch), creating dense, textured patterns across the surface.

Authentic antique suzanis display hand-spun foundation fabrics composed of multiple narrow panels stitched together after embroidery. Natural vegetable dyes yield subtle colour variations, while visible hand-drawn guidelines and minor irregularities in needlework confirm hand production.

A suzani can be displayed as a framed or mounted focal wall hanging in a living area, draped across the foot of a bed, or folded as an accent throw on neutral upholstery. The bold geometric and floral motifs introduce pattern, texture, and historical depth to modern minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Preserve antique suzanis by keeping them away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and heat sources to prevent thread fading and fibre degradation. Cleaning should strictly be performed by a specialist textile conservator, while storage requires rolling the textile around acid-free tubes rather than folding.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories