Embroidered hanging or cover (suzani) (detail), late 19th century. Cotton plain weave with silk embroidery, 98 x 75 in. (248.92 x 190.5 cm). The Caroline and H. McCoy Jones Collection. Bequest of H. McCoy Jones, 1988.11.468. Photograph by Randy Dodson
de Young Museum
The McCoy Jones Collection: Textiles from Central Asia and the Middle East
Explore the artistry and cultural heritage of Central Asia and the Middle East through this compelling exhibition drawn from one of America's most significant collections of nomadic textiles. Spanning traditional rugs and embroideries from Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan to a striking contemporary sculpture by Azerbaijani artist Faig Ahmed that reimagines carpet design, the show celebrates the diverse creative traditions of countless tribes and communities across the region. The McCoy Jones Collection, a transformative bequest that established the de Young as a premier repository of these textiles, offers visitors a rich journey through centuries of craftsmanship and cultural expression.