SHAKHRISABZ AREA, UZBEKISTAN, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY

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A SUZANI
SHAKHRISABZ AREA, UZBEKISTAN, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY
Woven in six panels, embroidered with a central radiating blossom and four corner rosettes, within a broad border of alternating flowerheads surrounded by scrolling tendrils, floral meander minor stripes, lined
99 1⁄4 x 80in. (252 x 203cm.)

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This lot has been imported from outside of the UK for sale and placed under the Temporary Admission regime. Import VAT is payable at 5% on the hammer price. VAT at 20% will be added to the buyer’s premium but will not be shown separately on our invoice.

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Lot Essay

Suzanis from the Shakhrisabz region are prized not only for their craftsmanship but also for their bold design and colours. This example is no exception and displays the classic four and one composition organised symmetrically around the vertical and horizontal axes, with large blossoms enclosed by lush leafy stems. A selection of charming bird and ewer motifs are further incorporated within the field. A closely comparable suzani, formerly part of the Vok collection, was sold at Rippon Boswell, Vok Collection, Selection I, 11 April 2015, lot 43, and another was sold at Rippon Boswell, 5 December 2020, lot 118. A further example, although lacking the minor motifs, was sold in these Rooms, 24 October 2019, lot 199.

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