The Forgotten Art of Cordwaining: Uncovering the History of Leather Craftsmanship

A cordwainer is an old-fashioned term for a shoemaker or a maker of leather goods, such as belts, purses, and other accessories. The word "cordwainer" comes from the Middle English word "cordewain," which was derived from the Old French word "corde de main," meaning "leather of the hand."

In modern times, the term "cordwainer" has largely fallen out of use, and shoemakers and leather goods makers are simply referred to as "shoemakers" or "leather workers." However, the term is still used in some historical and cultural contexts to refer to traditional craftspeople who work with leather.

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