Silk Embroidery

This item’s design is inspired by 18th-century silk embroidery, an ancient art form closely related to carpet making. Unlike weaving, embroidery does not require complex looms but demands exceptional technical skills, creativity, and a keen sense of taste and color. The historical regions of Azerbaijan are rich in traditions of both carpet weaving and needlework. The term “Azerbaijani embroideries,” recognized in Western academic literature and the art trade, dates back to the 16th to 18th centuries. These pieces are crafted in silk on silk or cotton backgrounds using a variety of stitch techniques. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London boasts a significant needlework collection, featuring important historical examples from across Western Asia, many with early accession dates. Among them is an extensive group of silk-embroidered cotton covers from Azerbaijan.