Barmens lace
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The term "Barmens lace" refers to a type of machine-made lace. This lace is characterized by threads on king bobbins that are plaited together, sometimes with warp threads. Barmens lace typically has a fairly heavy texture and an angular pattern. It is not usually made on machines designed for flowing lines, heavy outline cords, or fine net backgrounds. The development of lace-making machines, like the Barmens machine, was driven by the popularity of handmade laces and aimed to replicate intricate designs.1
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