Uzbekistan

Vibrant, colourful patterns on elegant cushions in handwoven silk Ikat.

Situated along the ancient Silk Road leading from East Asia to Western Europe, Uzbekistan is rich in cultural influences. However, it exhibits its own distinctive aesthetic. Prominent cities along the route include Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. They are known for fine silk and wool carpets, hand-painted blue and white ceramics, embroidered Suzani textiles, wood carvings and, of course, colourful hand-woven, silk Ikat fabric…