In children's folk tales, films, cartoons, heroes were often depicted in colorful morocco boots. The outfits in those days were very bright, colorful. Therefore, morocco boots are in perfect harmony with the rest of the clothes. But what were they really made of? What kind of material is this?
The meaning of the word "morocco" and its definition
As already mentioned, boots made from this material are mentioned in many Russian folk tales. But few Russians now know what morocco is.
This is a soft, thin goat skin, tanned with sumac and dyed in a bright color. For many, this definition will be incomprehensible.
What is morocco, can be explained in simpler terms: it is a very soft skin of goats or sheep, which has been processed and dyed in various bright colors.
History
Saffiano was brought to Europe from Africa. This material quickly became popular. But to bring it was too expensive and unprofitable. Therefore, European, and then Russian tanners adoptedtechnique of African masters and began to produce it themselves.
In Russia, the production of morocco began in 1666 at the factory of Alexei Mikhailovich Romanov. Such leather has become one of the most expensive materials, so only very rich people wore boots from it. The poor did not even know what morocco was.
How they do it
First goat or sheep skin is soaked in water, then in a special solution of lime ash pans. After these procedures, which last an average of a couple of weeks, the morocco is straightened under pressure, ironed, dried and decorated. After all, the material is painted in different bright colors. In Russia, red was the most popular.
What is made of morocco
The most common items were boots and bindings. Now morocco is used for the production of shoes, bags, briefcases, wallets, belts and other leather goods. Such products are soft, beautiful, a bit reminiscent of suede.
Many famous brands use morocco. But products made from it are still not the cheapest product on the market.
People who don't know what morocco is may accidentally confuse it with suede.
