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* Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, ''Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them'', American Book Company, New York City, 1937 | * Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, ''Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them'', American Book Company, New York City, 1937 | ||
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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
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- 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', Encyclopedia Britannica online at http://www.britannica.com/eb/article-9072927/Torchon-lace (accessed Mar. 10, 2007)