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Suzani

19th century (made)
Place of origin

Suzani hanging or prayer mat, probably Uzbekistan, c.18th-19th century; textiles; embroidery


Object details

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Brief description
Suzani hanging or prayer mat, probably Uzbekistan, c.18th-19th century; textiles; embroidery
Dimensions
  • Width: 90cm
  • Length: 131cm
Object history
Label attached to object reads: 'Lent by Mrs Newberry Ightam / Country Bokhara / Age 150 years'
Collection
Accession number
T.118-1926

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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