Roman linen
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Description
Originally a name for handwoven Italian linen made in the 17th and 18th centuries (Mayer 1969). Now Roman linen is used for a high quality fabric specially made for artists canvases. The warp and woof contain multiple threads providing a fabric with a very even structure. Roman linen is sold in several grades and weights.
Synonyms and Related Terms
lino romano (Esp.)
Resources and Citations
- M. Doerner, The Materials of the Artist, Harcourt, Brace & Co., 1934
- Ralph Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row Publishers, New York, 1969 (also 1945 printing)
- Art and Architecture Thesaurus Online, http://www.getty.edu/research/tools/vocabulary/aat/, J. Paul Getty Trust, Los Angeles, 2000