suzani uzbekistan early 20th century silk on cotton 170 x 145 cm the moon surrounded by a vine shoot is probably a khirghiz stylisation. placing together design elements linked to animistic nomad culture with more common floral ornaments of Islam has led to the creation of truly remarkable pieces, made even more valuable by the sophisticated techniques used in working the silk; such techniques were learnt as a result of thousands of years frequenting the major trade routes that transported this precious yarn.