"Plain and weave-patterned cloth. Recognition and analysis" Course

Courses

from Oct 13 2025 to Oct 18 2025

Plain cloth. Recognition, analysis and cataloguing 1

Course participants learn how to identify the constituent elements of woven textiles according to the methods proposed by the Centre International d’Etude des Textiles Anciens. Observation of historical samples in varying states of conservation, modern reconstructions and contemporary wovens.

course length: 40 hours

total cost: €800,00 taxes included

(Study kit with fabrics and pickglass included)

In-person Course training

The course will be held in Italian and/or English.

COURSE TIMETABLE:

MON - FRI from 9am to 5pm

SAT from 9am to 2pm

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Plain cloth. Recognition, analysis and cataloguing - Teacher: Eva Basile

Program:

Recognition of various fibres; use of the shaft loom ; Cataloguing criteria, the C.I.E.T.A. card | Basic weaves and their derivatives: plain weave and taffeta, twill, satin | Compound weaves, double-faced weaves and double cloth | Gauzes | Fabrics with multiple warps and wefts. Plain, cut and uncut velvets.

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How to enroll for Plain cloth. Recognition, analysis and cataloguing 1

The course has reached the required amount of participants and will take place on the announced dates.

step 1

1. Send the application form

Please fill out the registration form and send it back to us via email to

step 2

2. Pay the deposit

After sending the enrollment form, make the deposit payment using the same email address. The course will be activated to reach the minimum number of participants. You will be contacted by our staff to complete the registration.

160 €

taxes incl.

step 3

3. Balance payment

After sending the enrollment form, make your payment using the same email address.

800 €

taxes incl.