Chamblet

Chamblet is an obsolete term referring to a type of fabric, specifically a light woolen or worsted cloth. It was often watered or figured, meaning it had a wavy or patterned appearance achieved through the weaving process. Historical accounts indicate chamblet was used for clothing, particularly gowns and bed hangings. The term appears in historical texts, particularly those describing fabrics and textiles from the 17th and 18th centuries. Its exact composition and appearance varied across different time periods and regions.