Moroccan Wool Blanket

Cream wool, red stripes, and a fringe that has seen weather.

Weavers in Morocco, North Africa, made this wool blanket in the 20th century. Striped wool blankets and cloaks are commonly woven across Morocco for warmth and bedding. This one has a broad field of undyed cream, crossed by thin bands of rust red and dark brown at fairly even intervals. Short dashes of darker color interrupt some of the lines, giving a hand-woven wobble. Twisted fringe trails from both ends, with some darker tufts along the top edge.

About 108 by 67 inches. Throw it over a sofa and the sofa looks better informed.