The Forge of Tamerlane - Ikat Pillow Cover, 18 inch, cotton/silk, handmade. This stunning ikat pillow from Uzbekistan feature motifs in burgundy and beige. (Hover your cursor over the image to enlarge) Reflecting centuries of Uzbekistani tradition, vintage ikat fabrics are handmade from silk and/orcotton strands that are dyed vibrant hues and then woven into designs that are at once earthy and ethereal.These artisan pillows from Uzbekistan are handmade using traditional methods, including the use of natural dyes made from a variety of native plants. Since ancient times, plants such as walnuts and tea leaveshave provided a broad range of color hues and intensities in dyes that are remarkably durable. Beyond beautifying clothing and household items, these colors carry deeper meanings. Blues from the indigo flower embody the sky, yellows and oranges distilled from onion skins, saffron, and pomegranates represent knowledge, reds from the madder root mean fire and sun, and the green from the usma plant represents spring and youth. Authentic handwoven Ikat fabric from Uzbekistan 18" x 18" Shipped from the U.S.