Uzbek Teapot Suzani by JESS MAYBURY
190 x 505 cm
1960s
The word suzani is derived from the Persian word suzan, which means needle. Originating from nomadic tribes in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. The primary use of a suzani was within the yurt, as a protective wrapping panel for textiles and belongings.They were traditionally made by brides and their mothers as part of a dowry, and presented to the groom on his wedding day. They represented the binding together of two families, and were adorned with symbols of luck, health, long life and fertility. Motifs such as leaves, vines, fruits (especially pomegranates), and occasionally fish and birds. These motifs were believed to imbue the suzanis with spiritual powers, offering protection or strength to their owners. This huge piece would have been wrapped around the walls of a large tent.
190 x 505 cm
1960s
The word suzani is derived from the Persian word suzan, which means needle. Originating from nomadic tribes in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. The primary use of a suzani was within the yurt, as a protective wrapping panel for textiles and belongings.They were traditionally made by brides and their mothers as part of a dowry, and presented to the groom on his wedding day. They represented the binding together of two families, and were adorned with symbols of luck, health, long life and fertility. Motifs such as leaves, vines, fruits (especially pomegranates), and occasionally fish and birds. These motifs were believed to imbue the suzanis with spiritual powers, offering protection or strength to their owners. This huge piece would have been wrapped around the walls of a large tent.
190 x 505 cm
1960s
The word suzani is derived from the Persian word suzan, which means needle. Originating from nomadic tribes in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. The primary use of a suzani was within the yurt, as a protective wrapping panel for textiles and belongings.They were traditionally made by brides and their mothers as part of a dowry, and presented to the groom on his wedding day. They represented the binding together of two families, and were adorned with symbols of luck, health, long life and fertility. Motifs such as leaves, vines, fruits (especially pomegranates), and occasionally fish and birds. These motifs were believed to imbue the suzanis with spiritual powers, offering protection or strength to their owners. This huge piece would have been wrapped around the walls of a large tent.