Bedding Cover (Saye Gosha)Uzbekistan
Mid 20th century
Very finely woven cotton with tassels and beads
28 x 49 in.
Saye Gosha are used to decorate and protect bedding quilts stored during the day
The bright colors and tassels with beads in this piece act as a nazarlik to ward off the evil eye and bring prosperity and good fortune
The very fine and tight weave indicates it was for a special occasion.
Acquired in Istanbul around 2000
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