Difference between revisions of "Shot silk"
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| − | File:MFA 541781 shot taffeta.jpg | + | File:MFA 541781 shot taffeta.jpg|Bonnet<br>MFA# 54.1781 |
| − | File:MFA 20182323 shot silk.jpg | + | File:MFA 20182323 shot silk.jpg|Jacket<br>MFA# 2018.2323 |
| − | File:MFA 2012528 shot silk.jpg | + | File:MFA 2012528 shot silk.jpg|Evening dress<br>MFA# 2018.2323 |
| − | File:MFA 2003662 shot silk.jpg | + | File:MFA 2003662 shot silk.jpg|Pantsuit<br>MFA# 2018.2323 |
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Revision as of 16:09, 30 May 2022
Description
A type of Taffeta fabric in which different colors are used for Silk warp and weft yarns. Shot silk has an iridescent appearance and was used as early as the 7th century. It is currently used for neckties and academic robes. The technique is also used with Polyester, Acetate and Rayon. The term 'shot' is also used to refer to the use of metallic threads added to the weave.
Synonyms and Related Terms
changeant; changeable silk; changeable taffeta; cross-color; Byzantine silk
Physical and Chemical Properties
Additional Images
Bonnet
MFA# 54.1781
Jacket
MFA# 2018.2323
Evening dress
MFA# 2018.2323
Pantsuit
MFA# 2018.2323
Resources and Citations
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shot_silk (Accessed Oct. 21, 2020)