The Cordwainer
Come here, lass, and let me take a look at those dainty feet of yours. Now don't be shy, a l'il bit odour ain't gonna hurt anybody, an' believe me, I smelt much worse than this! Ah yes...wouldn't ya know I just might have a fine pair made just for you, and crafted by these very two hands. Now feel that leather, nuffin but the best!
In the medieval town, shoes were made by skilled craftsman known as cordwainers., made out of a fine leather called corwain.
Links
- Footwear of the Middle Ages
- Armlann, quality medieval and renaissance style items for the serious re-enactor
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