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Record 1 2002-10-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Textile Industries
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

Linen damask: A single damask is made on a five-shaft satin weave; double damask is made on an eight-end satin construction. All damask is made on Jacquard looms. This reversible fabric is very durable ... will launder well, retain luster and [is] all linen. The motifs give the greater strength to the goods ... . Used for coverings, curtains, towels, napkins, and tablecloths.

OBS

Damask: a group of jacquard-woven fabrics with elaborated floral or geometric patterns, made of linen, cotton, wool, etc.

Key term(s)
  • damask

French

Domaine(s)
  • Industries du textile
  • Nomenclature des tissus
DEF

Tissu ferme et brillant, fait de lin. Façonné sur métier Jacquard avec des motifs donnant un effet opposé à celui du fond. Il est réversible. Utilisation : linge de maison, tissus d'ameublement, etc.

Key term(s)
  • damas

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Industrias textiles
  • Nomenclatura de los tejidos
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