Palazzo linen table linen from Leitner Leinen

Description

“Palazzo”

Palazzo – the palace, the monument, the power made of stone. With this design, Leitner Leinen translates the architecture of Venetian palaces into textile form. Between the 14th and 18th centuries, when the Serenissima reached its political and economic zenith, residences whose façades showcased the wealth and taste of their patrons were built along the Grand Canal. Arches, columns, capitals, volutes – the architectural grammar of Venetian Gothic and Renaissance is made visible in the pure linen Palazzo in Jacquard technique. The pattern is monumental without appearing cumbersome. It structures the surface without dominating it. Anyone who brings Palazzo to the table is not only quoting Venetian aesthetics, but also the culture in which the banquet was regarded as a political instrument. The table becomes a stage for architectural staging, where stone structure and textile softness meet.

European organic linen

Linen for the table combines functional properties with cultural significance. The linen fibre, obtained from Western European flax cultivation, is characterized by its smooth, closed surface, which initially repels liquids. This protection is temporary, but sufficient to react to spills before a stain appears. At the same time, linen is highly absorbent as soon as the fiber is soaked – a property that makes napkins effective. The natural smoothness creates the cool, firm feel that gives tablecloths their characteristic drape. Linen is naturally antistatic and bacteriostatic – properties that make it particularly suitable for contact with food. The fiber does not weaken with use, but becomes more supple. Linen develops patina instead of wear. Tablecloths made from European organic linen become softer over time without losing their structural strength. The GOTS certificate guarantees that no chemical bleaching agents or synthetic pesticides are used from cultivation to finishing.

The Weaving Mill

Since 1853 the Leitner Manufaktur in Vöcklabruck, Austria, has been weaving linen according to the principles that can only be maintained through continuity in craftsmanship. Palazzo is created using a complex jacquard linen weave – a process in which the pattern is not printed on, but worked directly into the fabric structure. Every arcade, every column, every architectural detail is an integral part of the fabric itself. The Jacquard technique, developed by Joseph-Marie Jacquard in the early 19th century, enables complex patterns to be created by controlling each warp thread individually. The result is a relief-like fabric in which patterned and unpatterned areas are not only visually but also haptically distinct from one another. Leitner Manufaktur works with mechanical looms whose precision lies in the fact that they do not smooth out the natural irregularity of the linen fibers, but rather absorb it. This results in fabrics with a liveliness that cannot be achieved by mechanical uniformity.

The product

Palazzo is available as a tablecloth and napkin. The fabric is made of 100 percent European pure linen in a complex jacquard linen weave. The color palette comprises nine shades and ranges from classic white to the pastel softness of Sakura and the Mediterranean nuances of Rust Red and Lago. Arctic Blue brings a Nordic coolness, while the earthy tones of Linen, Terra and Stone convey warm restraint. Anthracite, the darkest shade in the range, lends the table an urban depth. Each color scheme can be combined with a wide variety of tableware – the design supports the setting without dominating it. Palazzo is a tablecloth for occasions where the table is seen as a prestigious space.

✓ 100% European pure linen
✓ Complex jacquard linen weave with architectural pattern
✓ Available as a tablecloth and napkin
✓ 7 colors: White, Sakura, Cyclamen, Arctic Blue, Linen, Jade, Anthracite
✓ GOTS-certified
✓ Woven in the Leitner Manufaktur, Ulrichsberg (Austria)

Care Instructions

Linen table linen can withstand temperatures up to 60 degrees, white qualities up to 95 degrees. Washing temperatures between 40 and 60 degrees are gentle on the fibers. Do not use detergents with optical brighteners – they bleach out the color pigments. Do not overfill the machine: linen needs freedom of movement. Spin at 800 to a maximum of 1,000 revolutions and remove the laundry slightly damp. Iron on the highest setting as long as there is still residual moisture. Linen loves heat and moisture – this is the only way to completely smooth out the fibers. Avoid the tumble dryer. Treat stains from red wine or coffee immediately with cold water – the smooth linen fibers release stains more easily when they react quickly.