VINTAGE SAYE GUSHA - Unusual Large Saye high quality Gusha - Hand-Embroidered Traditional Textile from Central Asia

This unusual large silk Saye Gosha (saye gusha) was handcrafted during the mid-1900's in Central Asia.

It is a vintage hand-embroidered tribal textile - not a new reproduction.

MEASUREMENTS (1 inch = 2.54 cm):
Size = 39-1/2 inches wide x 39 inches long
Weight = 15.5 oz.
Shipping weight = 1 pound + 6 oz
Image library 11-27-2018

Saye Gosha (saye gusha; segusha) are elaborately fringed embroideries used as functional decorations in yurts and houses throughout Central Asia.

Traditionally they were hung on walls or placed between layers of stacked bedding with their ornately-decorated edges draping outwards for all to see.

The embroidered designs showcased the talents of the women who created them, often indicating tribal affiliations and ancient cultural symbols.

This saye-gosha is unusual in that it is a full-textile rather than the more typical Uzbeki chevron-shape. This fuller design typical of neighboring Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, where it is the more common configuration.

The base-cloth is a pomegranate-colored silk - a distinctive textile shade in this region.

It was embroidered with traditional patterns of scalloped-edged flowers and tulips.

The lower border has a hand-crocheted fringe of naturally-dyed green camel's hair wool.

It was lined with a patchwork of Russian cotton. All edges have a stitched finish.

In excellent condition, there are mild use-patterns acquired over many years. I've taken close up photos to high quality show you small imperfections. Even though these imperfections are barely noticeable, I have discounted the price.

Dry clean only.