Sogdian textiles

Sogdiana was an ancient civilization in Asia located between Amu Darya and Syr Darya, in present day Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.

Sogdian fragment
Typical composition of Sogdian textile, a rondel surrounded by pearls and dual animals facing each other. Illustration from Elmira Gyul’s lecture.
SOGDIAN SILK LAMPAS TEXTILE FRAGMENT, CENTRAL ASIA, 8TH/9TH CENTURY
A RARE PAIR OF SILK LAMPAS TROUSERS, SOGDIANA, CENTRAL ASIA, 7TH/8TH CENTURY
A FINE SILK TEXTILE FRAGMENT, SOGDIANA, CENTRAL ASIA, 8TH CENTURY.