Pakistani Ralli or Patchwork Quilt

Squares and pinwheels in a busy field, sky blue all around.

This ralli, a patchwork quilt from Pakistan, was pieced in cotton in the mid to late 20th century. Rallis are commonly used as bedcovers, floor covers and wraps, and are often pieced from cloth saved over time. Blocks of red, green, navy and peach stars repeat across a blue ground, edged in olive and black. The piecing is lively, with small wobbles that give it character. Red squares anchor the rows, with turquoise and peach filling the gaps between.

About 79 by 48 inches. Wall color is optional.