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| Embossed Leather |
In the Middle Ages, the leather workers of Cordoba
made the city universally famous for the high quality of their
tanning and embossing
techniques.
Some workshops still survive which use the ancient methods, in both
Cordoba and Granada, while leather goods are made all over the region
(purses, wallets, belts etc.). One of Spain's best places for leather
goods is Ubrique, in the province of Cadiz, world-famous for the
quality of its fine purses and travel bags.
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| Leather wokers in Andalucia |
Andalucia's
saddlers are also highly regarded for their tooled leather
fittings. Andalucian leather workers
are also famous for
their saddlebags, although this production has declined in recent
years. However, leather articles for hunters, such as game
bags,
gun cases, chaps and bags, are very popular.
Special
mention should be made of the handmade boots produced in the
town of Valverde
del Camino in the province of Huelva,
excellent for riding. A wide range of handmade footwear can
also be found in Almeria, Antequera (Malaga Province) and Montoro
(Cordoba Province).
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