Bukharan Ceremonial Velvet Kaftan. The open-front burgundy silk garment with an interior red silk lining that appears. The gold embroidery forms dense, stylized floral and paisley motifs, particularly along the front edges, cuffs, collar, and shoulders.

Size: 51 x 66 in.

Bukharan kaftan robes, traditionally worn in the Central Asian region around Bukhara (in modern-day Uzbekistan), are luxurious garments known for their rich textiles, bold colors, and intricate patterns. Typically made from silk or a silk-cotton blend called ikat, these robes feature striking, dye-resist designs with flowing, abstract motifs in deep reds, indigos, golds, and greens. They were historically worn by both men and women, often layered and tied with sashes, serving not only as clothing but as symbols of status, wealth, and regional identity. Embroidered linings, quilted interiors for warmth, and metallic thread accents were common in higher-status kaftans, making them cherished heirloom objects and highly prized in both local traditions and modern textile collecting.

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