Thai Silk Scarf

Burgundy and violet bands with small triangles near the top.

This scarf is from Thailand, and is contemporary. It is silk. Thai silk is known for its slightly uneven, nubby texture and for color that seems to shift as the cloth moves. Dark brown-green at the top gives way to purple striped rows holding pale triangles and diamonds, then a plain wine-red lower half. A fine ribbed texture shows in the middle. Short dark fringe hangs at the end. The piece is 84 by 15 inches.

Berry tones, assembled with real conviction.