Vintage Suzani From Uzbekistan - Ca 1970 (324 x 200 cm) Apothecary Cabinets This tansu is made from

This tansu is made from the highest quality keyaki / zelkova (Japanese red elm) wood

approx 16 x 15 x 20 (w x d x h cms)

allowing light to flow through while providing generous storage and display space

Brick Moulds were part of traditional building practices in China

The base has stylised makara heads

Vintage Suzani From Uzbekistan - Ca 1970 (324 x 200 cm) Apothecary Cabinets This tansu is made fromSuzanis were traditionally made by Central Asian brides and their family as part of their dowry. The completed piece was presented to the groom's family on their wedding day . Each suzani is hand stitched on cotton and completely unique. Suzanis are traditionally the work of The Uzbek people. The word 'suzani' derives from the Farsi word for 'needle' and involves highly skilled wonderful silk embroidery, they make wonderful bed covers or a very