Pakistani Ralli or Patchwork Quilt

Tiny squares, stepped into one large diamond.

Women’s hands in Pakistan commonly make rallis like this one, a cotton patchwork quilt of the mid to late 20th century. Pieced and appliqued rallis are traditionally made at home and used on beds, benches and floors. Hundreds of small squares in purple, green, pink and blue build a concentric diamond. A navy border with a white stitched edge frames the field. The small squares shift in color gradually, from lilac through green to a rosy center.

About 76 by 52 inches. Like looking down a tunnel of color.