Pakistani Ralli or Patchwork Quilt

Red, green and yellow arrows on a pastel blue ground.

Pakistan is the source of this cotton ralli, or patchwork quilt, made in the mid to late 20th century. Rallis are commonly built from patches of leftover fabric, and the geometry is part of the pleasure. Zigzag-like blocks in red, green and yellow alternate with pale blue squares, and a blue border frames the field. The shapes tilt in opposite directions, so the rows seem to ripple. Pastel and primary colors sit comfortably together.

About 77 by 55 inches. The pastels keep the peace.