Blue and Red Fern Suzani (tray frame)

W80cm X H75cm X D3.5cm

This beautifully embroidered textile is carefully stretched around a solid board which is then placed into a tray frame which has been stained with a rich brown and then gilded on the front face.

The name "Suzani" originates from the Persian word for needle, “suzan”. It is a type of embroidered and decorative textile traditionally handwoven in Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan by the women in a bride's family as part of her wedding dowry.

Each unique design tells a story using traditional symbols and motifs such as the sun and the moon, flowers, leaves and vines, fruits (especially pomegranates - whose seeds symbolise fertility) and sometimes fish and birds. These motifs were believed to imbue the Suzanis with spiritual powers, offering protection or strength to their owners.

Loom's beautiful Suzanis are handwoven with silk thread and pull on traditional designs with a modern twist.

With all our frames use a soft cloth to remove any marks. We recommend a microfibre cloth for cleaning. Do not use anything abrasive.