How were suzanis used originally?

Uzbek suzanis served primarily as dowry items, wall hangings and ceremonial covers within nomadic and village households. Families displayed them on special occasions to mark important life events.

What is a Turkmen torba?

A torba is a small utility bag or wall hanging produced by Turkmen tribes to store household goods and personal items. They often displayed specific tribal crests and geometric patterns associated with weaving groups.

How do I care for antique textiles?

Keep textile pieces out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of cotton, wool, silk and mineral pigments. Mount them professionally using breathable backing materials rather than hanging them by direct tension.

Are tribal saddle bags complete?

Some listings include complete sets of saddle bags or face panels from nomadic groups such as the Shahsavan and Yuruk. These survivals retain their original form, construction and functional structure.