mitation BROCADE made of cotton or silk, with a raised pattern in the warp and a flat weft background. The term is often used to refer to any cloth with a raised pattern. Also - A variegated marble which was used to make table tops in the 18thC, also known as brocatello.
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A heavy fabric similar in appearance to a damask. The filler yarns (often linen) give it an embossed look.
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A fabric similar to brocade but with designs in high relief, made on a jacquard loom. The fabric usually has a firm texture and high yarn count. The pattern, a distinctive blistered or puffed appearance, generally is formed by warp satin floats. Uses include draperies and upholstery.
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1 Imitation BROCADE made of cotton or silk, with a raised pattern in the warp and a flat weft background. The term is often used to refer to any cloth with a raised pattern. 2 A variegated marble which was used to make table tops in the 18thC, also known as brocatello.
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