Thai Silk Scarf

Maroon cloth with white pinstripe bands and a little woven lattice, plus red tassels with attitude

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. Deep maroon-brown ground carries cream-white stripes near the top, one panel of small diamond lattice, and a patch of fine vertical lines below. Fringe of twisted cords ends in knotted tassels dyed wine red.

Plenty of tailoring for something this soft.