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| − | An inexpensive, coarse bobbin lace. Torchon lace is characterized by loosely woven, simple geometric patterns. It was typically made by peasants in many European countries. Torchon lace was used to make doilies, edge household linens, and to trim muslin garments. | + | An inexpensive, coarse [[bobbin lace]]. Torchon lace is characterized by loosely woven, simple geometric patterns. It was typically made by peasants in many European countries. Torchon lace was used to make doilies, edge household linens, and to trim muslin garments. |
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[[media:download_file_271.pdf|Common Types of Lace]] | [[media:download_file_271.pdf|Common Types of Lace]] | ||
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| + | * Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, ''Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them'', American Book Company, New York City, 1937 | ||
| − | + | * ''Encyclopedia Britannica'', http://www.britannica.com Comment: 'Torchon Lace', (accessed Mar. 10, 2007) | |
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Latest revision as of 10:51, 11 June 2022
Description
An inexpensive, coarse Bobbin lace. Torchon lace is characterized by loosely woven, simple geometric patterns. It was typically made by peasants in many European countries. Torchon lace was used to make doilies, edge household linens, and to trim muslin garments.
Synonyms and Related Terms
beggar's lace
Comparisons
Resources and Citations
- Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them, American Book Company, New York City, 1937
- Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: 'Torchon Lace', (accessed Mar. 10, 2007)