How were antique silk panels used historically?

These textiles served multiple domestic and ceremonial functions, acting as wall hangings, dowry items, or decorative room dividers. Many were integrated directly into furniture such as screens, mirrors, and cupboard doors. Others functioned as garments, rank badges, or domestic embroideries meant to display needlework proficiency within the home.

How do I identify the period of a silk panel?

Dating relies on examining the stitching techniques, material composition, and stylistic conventions characteristic of specific eras. Seventeenth-century pieces often feature stumpwork or heavy metal thread embroidery, while 19th-century works frequently display machine assistance or distinct regional motifs. Original framing, mounting methods, and documentary evidence embedded in the stitching further help establish the date of creation.

How should I care for a textile panel?

Protecting silk embroidery from direct sunlight prevents the fading of natural and synthetic dyes over time. Displaying panels away from excessive moisture and fluctuating temperatures preserves the integrity of delicate protein fibres. Professional mounting behind UV-filtering glass ensures the textile remains secure without putting undue tension on the historic ground fabric.

What is the difference between a suzani and an ilgich?

A suzani is a large embroidered textile from Central Asia traditionally created as part of a bride's dowry. They typically feature expansive floral roundels and botanical symbolism. An ilgich or uut kap represents specific smaller embroidery forms or bag faces associated with nomadic Lakai and Uzbek traditions, executed in distinct geometric styles.

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An antique silk panel brings textile art and historic needlework into a room as a focal point, offering centuries of global craftsmanship.

Antique Uzbek Suzani of Small Size, Silk on Cotton, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Uzbek Suzani of Small Size, Silk on Cotton, Circa 1900.

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£750

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Antique Uzbek Suzani, Silk on Red Cotton, Excellent Condition, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Uzbek Suzani, Silk on Red Cotton, Excellent Condition, Circa 1900/20.

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£1,250

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Bokhara Nim-suzani, Uzbekistan, Circa 1860, 1.36m X 0.99m

19th century

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Bokhara Nim-suzani, Uzbekistan, Circa 1860, 1.36m X 0.99m

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£3,950

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19th century

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Antique Silkwork Embroidery Textile

From The Ark Stores

£130

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Georgian Needlework Sampler by Sarah Baker C 1810

18th century

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Georgian Needlework Sampler by Sarah Baker C 1810

From Wickersley Antiques

£220

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18th century

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A Superb 18th Century Religious Needlework Picture in Silk

From Wickersley Antiques

£495

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A Very Nice Needlework Sampler by Mary Mason Aged 12

19th century

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A Very Nice Needlework Sampler by Mary Mason Aged 12

From Wickersley Antiques

£290

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1920 - 1940

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Qum Rug. Tile Pattern. 208cm X 140cm

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£350

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19th century

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Sampler Martha Hall 1822.

From Millers Antiques

£420

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A Georgian Needlework Sampler by Mary Street Didsbury 1832

18th century

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A Georgian Needlework Sampler by Mary Street Didsbury 1832

From Wickersley Antiques

£120

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A pair of French silk embroideries immortalises domestic poultry, capturing the distinct expressions of local cockerels and hens beneath faux tortoiseshell.

17th century

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Fine 17thc Needlework

From Martin Murray Antiques

£2,100

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Antique Uzbek Suzani in Prayer Format, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Uzbek Suzani in Prayer Format, Circa 1900/20.

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£1,500

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Silk Embroidered Suzani, Uzbekistan, Early 20th Century, 1.40m X 0.94m

1900 - 1920

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Silk Embroidered Suzani, Uzbekistan, Early 20th Century, 1.40m X 0.94m

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£950

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Needlework Commemorative Royal Artillery Silk Work

18th century

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Needlework Commemorative Royal Artillery Silk Work

From Midwinter Antiques

£425

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19th century

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76 X 169cm Early 19th Century Khotan Rug Fragment

From James Cohen Antique Carpets

£220

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19th century

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Antique Uzbek Lakai Tribe Ilgich, Dowry Embroidery for Wall Hanging, Late 19th Century.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£695

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Antique Silk Panel

Antique Uzbek Suzani of Small Size, Silk on Cotton, Circa 1900.

Antique Uzbek Suzani, Silk on Red Cotton, Excellent Condition, Circa 1900/20.

Bokhara Nim-suzani, Uzbekistan, Circa 1860, 1.36m X 0.99m

Antique Silkwork Embroidery Textile

Georgian Needlework Sampler by Sarah Baker C 1810

A Superb 18th Century Religious Needlework Picture in Silk

A Very Nice Needlework Sampler by Mary Mason Aged 12

Qum Rug. Tile Pattern. 208cm X 140cm

Sampler Martha Hall 1822.

A Georgian Needlework Sampler by Mary Street Didsbury 1832

Fine 17thc Needlework

Antique Uzbek Suzani in Prayer Format, Circa 1900/20.

Silk Embroidered Suzani, Uzbekistan, Early 20th Century, 1.40m X 0.94m

Needlework Commemorative Royal Artillery Silk Work

76 X 169cm Early 19th Century Khotan Rug Fragment

Antique Uzbek Lakai Tribe Ilgich, Dowry Embroidery for Wall Hanging, Late 19th Century.

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