About leather

In my store, we offer handmade accessories made from unique, natural Maya leather, sourced from the renowned Italian tannery Il Ponte, located in Tuscany. These leathers are vegetable-tanned using traditional methods passed down through generations, making them not only durable but also beautifully aging over time, developing a unique patina.

Il Ponte Tannery and traditional vegetable tanning

Il Ponte Tannery specializes in producing vegetable-tanned leathers using natural tannins extracted from trees such as Quebracho and Mimosa. This process makes the leather flexible, durable, and environmentally friendly while preserving its authentic character and exceptional finish. The process is entirely ecological, without the use of chemicals harmful to the environment.

Vera Pelle Italiana Conciata al Vegetale Consortium

Il Ponte Tannery is part of the prestigious Vera Pelle Italiana Conciata al Vegetale consortium, which brings together tanneries that use traditional, vegetable-tanning methods. Being a member of this consortium means that every leather used in the production of our products meets strict quality and ethical production standards. These leathers are produced without the use of chromium and other harmful chemicals, making them safe for both users and the environment.

What does this mean for you?

By choosing products made from leathers sourced from tanneries affiliated with the Vera Pelle Italiana Conciata al Vegetale consortium, you can be confident that the leather you hold in your hands offers:

Durability and longevity: Vegetable-tanned leather is much more resistant to wear and tear and, over time, develops a unique, individual appearance.
Eco-friendliness: The tanning process is entirely environmentally friendly, with no use of harmful chemicals such as chromium.
Natural beauty: Over time, the leather develops a beautiful patina, giving the products a unique character.
Health safety: The absence of toxic substances makes wallets safe for your skin.
Tradition and authenticity: Every product is the result of skilled craftsmanship, preserving the Tuscan tradition of handmade leather production.

We invite you to explore our collection of handcrafted natural leather products and experience the difference that top-quality leather makes.

Other leathers

The work also involves the use of natural leathers from Italian and Polish tanneries, mainly used for hand-dyeing, as well as dyed Italian leathers supplied by local Polish distributors.