Pakistani Ralli or Patchwork Quilt

A field of stars in pink, teal, cream and blue.

Pakistan is the source of this ralli, or patchwork quilt, made of cotton in the mid to late 20th century. Rallis are commonly associated with Sindh, where the pieced cloth was made for household use. Rows of eight-pointed stars in blue, teal, pink and cream cover the center, set within a pink inner border and a turquoise outer band. A small triangle edge adds a zigzag detail. The shades are soft and sweet, nearly pastel, with a slightly weathered, well-washed look.

About 85 by 52 inches. Gentle enough for a bedroom, graphic enough for a gallery.