(Italian, "knotted lace") is type of
lace made without
bobbins (weights). It originated in Italy, possibly
Milan, in the 16th century and usually incorporated geometric patterns. It is the precursor to
bobbin lace
Bobbin lace is a lace textile made by braiding and twisting lengths of thread, which are wound on bobbins to manage them. As the work progresses, the weaving is held in place with pins set in a lace pillow, the placement of the pins usually de ...
. Remaining samples of this lace are rare.
was typically used for edging. Although related to
macramé, which is knotted by hand, was likely created with a needle.
was also called
and .
References
Lace
Textile arts of Italy
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