- Featuring many previously unseen antique suzanis with glorious
colors - New research of interest to both novices and experts - A
must-have for textile lovers Suzanis, the exquisite hand-embroidered
panels from Central Asia, have captured the hearts and minds of
collectors and decorators for many years. Joyful and exuberant, they are
a bridge to a past way of life in which textiles permeated every facet
of existence. While today they adorn the walls of museums and can be
spotted in homes designed by interior designers such as Robert Kime and
Beata Heuman, not much is known about their history. This book sets out
to change that. Through the lens of one of the best collections of
suzanis in the world, we delve into the history of Central Asia and
understand more about the women who painstakingly stitched these works
of art. A true delight for all who have experienced the magic of the
suzani, this publication pairs beautiful visuals with engaging new
research.