1. Plural of brocatelle; a type of heavy fabric with a raised pattern, similar to brocade but with a more pronounced texture.
Usage: textile term; often used in upholstery and decorative applications
2. Plural of brocatelle; a type of marble or stone with a variegated pattern, used in architecture and sculpture.
Usage: architectural/geological term; less common usage

Examples

• The designer selected brocatelles for the sofa upholstery to add elegance to the living room.
• Antique brocatelles were prized by Victorian decorators for their rich, ornamental appearance.
• The museum's collection includes several brocatelles imported from Italy during the Renaissance.
• Brocatelles with gold threading were particularly fashionable in 18th-century European interiors.
• The architect specified brocatelles for the fireplace surround to complement the classical design.