Insect Cocoons
Material ID: 777
Description
This naturally golden fabric is made from the lacy pupae of the Indonsesian Cricula silk moth. These insect cocoons lose their golden shine when degummed and spun into a yarn, becoming a dull yellow. However, artisans have worked out that if they open the cocoons up and mould them into a sheet shape they retain their sheen and can be used decoratively in textiles.
Library Details
Site
Bloomsbury
Status
In Library
Location
Glass Shelves
Form
Sheet
Handling guidance
Wash hands after handling.
Date entered collection
Saturday 16th January, 2010
