8 x 8 Antique Uzbek Tashkent Suzani Tapestry 78843

78843 Antique Tashkent Uzbek Suzani Moon Sky Ai Palak Textile, 08'03 x 08'02.

Bask in the celestial splendor of this Antique Tashkent Uzbek Suzani Moon Sky Ai Palak Textile from the Early 20th Century, an extraordinary and exceedingly rare example of Central Asian textile artistry. Embodying the highest levels of symbolic sophistication and cultural prestige, this Ai Palak — literally translated as "moon sky" — was traditionally created to celebrate cosmic harmony, fertility, and protection. Once cherished as a ceremonial textile in elite Tashkent households, it now stands as a highly sought-after collector’s treasure, revered for its scarcity and striking visual power.

The tapestry’s bold, hypnotic composition centers around the iconic Ai Palak medallion, a radiant sunburst star encircled by lunar rings that seem to pulse with life. The concentric circles — symbolizing the eternal cycles of the moon and the cosmic order of the universe — are alive with vivid contrasts: deep crimson and rich burgundy ground the design in warmth and abundance, while golden yellow crescents radiate prosperity and divine blessings. Scattered floral rosettes and serpentine vine motifs add a layer of protective symbolism, warding off misfortune and ensuring fertility and renewal for generations.

Executed in silk embroidery on a handwoven cotton base, this Tashkent Ai Palak exudes an opulence that set it apart even in its own time. The embroidery’s precision and the mesmerizing interplay of bold, jewel-like colors reflect the refined aesthetic for which Tashkent artisans were renowned. The geometric clarity of the moon-disc arrangement contrasts with the whimsical fluidity of the floral and vine elements, creating a masterful balance of order and movement. This textile’s powerful visual rhythm makes it one of the most dramatic and captivating Suzani compositions, embodying both artistry and sacred symbolism.

For the true connoisseur of historical textiles, this Antique Tashkent Ai Palak Suzani is more than an object of beauty — it is an heirloom of spiritual and cultural significance, woven with hopes, blessings, and celestial reverence. Early 20th-century examples in such preserved condition are exceedingly rare and command respect in prestigious collections and museums worldwide. Displayed as a wall hanging, it becomes a statement of refinement and worldliness, a conversation piece that radiates history, power, and timeless luxury — the embodiment of owning not just a textile, but a fragment of the moonlit sky itself.

• Abrash.
• Handwoven and embroidered silk and cotton.
• Made in Uzbekistan.
• Measures: 08'03 x 08'02.
• Date: 1920's. Early 20th Century.