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Florentine Leather: A Legacy of Quiet Luxury
Uncovering the centuries-old vegetable tanning techniques behind Italian full-grain calfskin.
Marcello Moretti, Master Leather Artisan•2026-02-14•5 min read
In the hills surrounding Florence, master tanners continue to use chestnut extracts and mimosa barks to naturally cure raw calfskin over a meticulous 60-day period. The resulting leather is supple, aromatic, and develops a rich patina over decades of use.
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