A German-language textbook on weave structure theory as taught in weaving schools, progressing from basic weaves to complex jacquard fabrics. It covers threadings, heddle calculation, tie-ups and punching of pattern cards, then the basic weaves and their derivations (plain weave, rib, twill, satin), crepe weaves, terry, double and triple cloths, brocaded fabrics, pique, damask, carpets, leno (Dreher) weaves and pile fabrics (plush, velvet). The book has 86 plates of colored drawdowns and point-paper designs, with shaft and treadle counts and repeat sizes given for many of them, and covers jacquard card punching.