Turcoman Silk Ikat Coat W 0 - 75 closed at the base by

closed at the base by braiding the cotton warps

The work and care expressed in this textile we’ll likely not see in the future as modernism and ‘progress’ sweep the world

Silver and Turquoise Necklace

often of an extended family

Turcoman Silk Ikat Coat W 0 - 75 closed at the base byIkat silk has a quality all its own due to the technique of pre dying threads before weaving, creating a not quite aligned pattern full of shimmery colour. Generous length and flowing sleeves give this robe great presence. The Nomads Tent collection of vintage and antique tribal costume. Many of these items were part of our exhibition, Textiles of the Southern Silk Route. They were acquired in the Teheran bazaar and other places, mostly over 20 years