my wife and i have had this carefully stored in our cedar chest since 1986 when we got it in Kashmir india. It is lovely, soft, warm and looks stunning with all kinds of subtle traditional designs in the borders. It is a rich red on one side and a rich brown on the other with gold highlights. so you have options when you wear it...or use it as a throw, ir a wall hanging ,perfect and versatile. It is about 4 ft by 6 ft so ample to wrap round and round you on wintery days.