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Material Name: cowhide
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A durable leather made from the unsplit or grainsplit hide of any bovine, such as Bos taurus. Cowhide produces a tough, strong leather with a coarse grain. Vegetable tanned cowhide is used for sole leather. The grainsplit portion of cowhides are used for luggage, upholstery, handbags, harnesses, saddles, and belts.

Synonyms and Related Terms
cattle hide; cow hide; Bos taurus; ox hide

Last updated on: 2/22/2008 1:43:08 PM


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MFA Acc. #: 1990.497






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