The Beautiful World of Embroidered Suzani
The word Suzani is derived from the Persian word meaning needle or more properly as needlework. In this category, a very famous piece of work is that of embroidered suzani. This is the embroidery work that is done on a piece of cloth or sometimes on several pieces of clothes which are then stitched together. Embroidered Suzani has been very famous amongst the Uzbek women in Central Asia which is believed to be the birth place of suzani.
Traditional Importance of Embroidered Suzani
Many rituals and traditions have been associated with embroidered suzani. It is believed to be started with the birth of a daughter in a family and then continued with the help of family members and relatives till the time the daughter gets married. This embroidered suzani is then given to groom’s family as a part of dowry.
Making of Embroidered Suzani
These embroidered suzanis are a piece of genuine art-piece that is manufactured by manual weaving, stitching and embroidering in a typical traditional manner. The textile of these suzanis is often used as covers for bridal bed owing to the brightening and colorful impact they can provide to any environment. Embroidered suzani can also be used to make any delightful wall hangings, bed sheets and pillow coverings, table clothes and furniture spreads.
As the popularity of these embroidered suzanis has increased in Central Asia, so have the prices of these suzanis. These suzanis are highly priced by their manufacturers and owners which is the reason only a few antique samples are available today. These embroidered suzanis are prepared and used with great care and sophistication.