Hand Stitched Suzani (CSSU083724 | 61 x 78")

Hand stitched all silk Suzani on a stunning Mauvy Pink silk ground. This Aquatic themed Suzani from Uzbekistan contains 5 large medallions filled with fish in the "Circle of Life" or "Fish Pond" motif representative of female fertility, and 7 smaller medallions filled with birds (ducks) symbolizing protection, and male virility. This exuberant suzani depicts fish, birds, Botem "teardrops", pinwheels, and scrolling floral motifs throughout with a delineated border of birds and fish. The fish are  The silk threads are shades of blue, rust, red, salmon, pink, brown, beige  Flicker stitches, add depth, and movement to this exquisite suzani.  

61 x 78"