Location July 1935:

Cordova Shops, Inc.
Buffalo, New York

Cordova Shops were related to the Arts & Cafts Movement in the United States in the early 20th Century. They worked in many media including leather.

This glowing example of Cordova's leather work is embossed in a twining morning glory design. It sold recently at auction for $85. It measures 9 3/8 x 6" and carries the stamped Cordova logo.

The July 1935 issue of Luggage & Leather Goods, page 51 carries this news story on Cordova. It indicates tha company must have had some hard times during the early Depression years.

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