About this artwork
The term suzani comes from the Persian word for needle, but in Central Asia it refers specifically to large, colorful textiles embroidered with silk. Suzani were traditionally used as wall hangings or to wrap bed linens and clothing. Women made them, and they were an essential component of dowries (the wealth a woman brought to her husband upon marriage). The naturalistic depiction of various flowers is a style associated with the town of Nurota.
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Status
- Currently Off View
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Department
- Textiles
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Title
- Suzani (large embroidered hanging or cover)
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Place
- Uzbekistan (Object made in)
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Date
- Made 1801–1900
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Medium
- Silk embroidery on woven cotton foundation
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Dimensions
- 252.8 × 177.6 cm (99 1/2 × 69 7/8 in.)
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Credit Line
- Mr. and Mrs. Martin A. Ryerson Collection
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Reference Number
- 1937.1273
Extended information about this artwork
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