Percale

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MFA Acc. #: 53.220

Description

A closely-woven, smooth finished cotton fabric. Percale is used for sheets, dresses and shirts. The lightweight fabric has a higher yarn count than calico, more sizing than muslin and less gloss than cambric. It is often printed in dark colors.

Synonyms and Related Terms

percal (Esp.)

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