Genoese Velvet

Genoese Velvet
GENOESE VELVET
A very fine all-silk brocaded velvet, originally made in Genoa, but now in France and elsewhere. The ground weave is satin and the figuring large floral effects. When made in cotton it is known as Genoa plush.

Dictionary of the English textile terms. 2014.

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