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Stylish Wood and Leather Cantilevered Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Modern wood framed chair with saddle leather seat and back..... a great accent chair.
Category

Mid-20th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ron Seff Cantilevered Desk
By Ron Seff
Located in Miami, FL
Ron Seff Mid-Century Modern "Cantilevered" desk with ostrich style brown leather wrapped top and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Ron Seff Cantilevered Desk
Ron Seff Cantilevered Desk
H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in
Machine Age Tubular Chrome and Leather Cantilevered Armchair
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rohe, but designer is unknown. Features a black leather seat / back rest and ebonized wooden armrests
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Stainless Steel and Leather
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The cantilever infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Pace Chrome and Mocha Leather Cantilevered Armchairs
By Pace Collection
Located in Chicago, IL
chrome-plated flat bar cantilevered frame. Retaining their original leather upholstery, these striking
Category

Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Brueton Leather and Stainless Cantilevered Chairs, Set of 8
By Brueton
Located in Miami, FL
Brueton leather and stainless cantilevered chairs, set of 8 Offered for sale is a set of eight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

S 411 Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
sitting comfort. Added is a lightness that only a cantilever model can have. While the first tubular steel
Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

S 411 Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair
S 411 Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair
H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 31.11 in
Willow Rizzo Cantilevered Leather and Chrome Dining Chairs for Cidue
By Willy Rizzo, Cidue
Located in Miami, FL
C2 leather and chrome cantilevered dining or side chairs designed by Willy Rizzo for Cidue, Italy
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Gabo Adjustable Cantilever Leather Chair by FSM
By Markus Hartmann, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Gabo chair by de Sede. Gabo is multi-faceted. Take the cantilever chair, sleek and stylish with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Six Cantilever Chairs by Casala in Leather and Beechwood, 1970s
By Casala
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Set of six vintage cantilever dining chairs in beechwood by Casala, 1970s Reupholstered in leather
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Bauhaus Gabo Adjustable Cantilever Leather Chair by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Gabo chair by de Sede. Gabo is multi-faceted. Take the cantilever chair, sleek and stylish with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Leather and Stainless Steel Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Leather and Stainless Steel Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960. Original condition, wear
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Chrome and Leather Cantilever Dining Chairs by Preview Furniture
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This matching set of four heavy gauge chrome frame chairs feature black leather upholstery, stylish
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Cantilever Chairs in Cognac Leather and Chrome-plated Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of cantilever dining chairs, leather, chrome-plated steel, The Netherlands, 1960s Streamlined
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Leather and Brass by Christopher Kreiling
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cantilever Infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Leather and Brass by Christopher Kreiling
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cantilever Infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Lot of 4 Cantilever Chars in Faux Leather and Steel, 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
set of 4 bauhaus cantilever chairs from the 70s, made of chromed steel tubing, seat and back in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chrome Leather Cantilever Chair by Arrben Italy
By Arrben
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique and comfortable cantilever chair made by Arrben Italy. This company was specialized in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Chair 'FF Cantilever' Nubuck Leather, Chrome Legs
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, FR
fabrics and leathers Model shown (fabric): Royal Nubuck Leather, 30254 Legs: 4 legs or cantilever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Black Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair, Chrome, New Leather and Upholstery
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
upholstery is high quality leather, it's very easy to clean and retains its colours very well even in direct
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Chair 'Ff Cantilever' Dakar Leather, All Black
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, FR
fabrics and leathers Model shown (fabric): Nevotex, Dakar 0842 Legs: 4 legs or cantilever Black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Modernist Steel and Leather Cantilever Chairs, France, circa 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Set of four modernist steel and leather chairs, France, circa 1970. Clean, cantilever steel frame
Category

Vintage 1970s French Chairs

Materials

Steel

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair and Ottoman Designed by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
RANGE S 35 Among all the cantilever chairs of the Bauhaus epoch, the armchair S 35, with its
Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Alvar Aalto Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artek’s Model 406 lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto. The cantilevered frame is a bent birch wood
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Mart Stam S33 Design Cantilever Tubular Steel and Faux Leather Chairs, 1970s
By Fasem International, Mart Stam
Located in Zagreb, HR
An absolute design classic among the cantilever chairs - the S33 cantilever chair designed by Mart
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Three Italian Black Leather Cantilever Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Italian mid century style lounge chairs with cantilever form and having heavy chromed steel
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rudolf Horn for Rölf Cantilever Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Steel
By Rudolf Horn 1
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rudolf Horn for Rölf Potsdam, cantilever lounge chairs, leather, chrome plated steel, Germany
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair
By Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Pasadena, TX
S 32 Cantilever Thonet side chair S 32 Cantilever chair combines the tubular steel frame with
Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and De...

Materials

Chrome

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair
S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair
H 32 in W 19 in D 22 in
Contemporary Chair 'FF Cantilever' Dakar Leather, 0197, Chrome Legs
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, FR
and leathers Model shown (fabric): Nevotex, Dakar 0197 Legs: 4 legs or cantilever Black steel or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Hanover, MA
A wall console wrapped in saddle leather supported by two L shaped brackets with a top stitch
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Leather

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Leather and Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chairs c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of Milo Baughman style chesterfield lounge chairs, in genuine cognac leather with polished
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Cantilever Infinity Side Tables in Leather and Brass by C. Kreiling
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The cantilever infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Thonet S34 Cantilever chairs by Mart Stam in black leather and chrome – Germany
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Model: Thonet S34 Cantilever (Freischwinger) armchair Color: Black / Silver Material: Black leather
Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Cantilever Infinity Side Tables in Leather and Brass by C. Kreiling
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The cantilever infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Great Italian Cantilever Armchairs with Saddle Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of great Italian cantilever armchairs with saddle leather. Great form and quality.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Taupe Leather Chairs with Bronze Cantilever Frame
By Team 7
Located in Chicago, IL
leather with a matt bronze cantilever frame. Measures: 18.5" W x 24.4" D x 36.6" H Seat height 19.2".  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Italy Cognac Vegetal Leather Dining Chair Armchair Cantilever
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Cantilever vintage chair are an Italian classic. In the manner of Marcel Breuer this chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Contemporary Chair 'FF Cantilever' Black Dakar Leather, 0842, Chrome Legs
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, FR
and leathers Model shown (fabric): Nevotex, Dakar 0842 Legs: 4 legs or cantilever Black steel or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Pair of Cantilevered Mid-Century Colombian Leather Sling Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of hand-stitched leather and wood cantilevered chairs.
Category

Mid-20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Thread, Wood

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair Designed by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
RANGE S 35 cow hide Among all the cantilever chairs of the Bauhaus epoch, the armchair S 35, with
Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Brass Plated Leather Cantilevered Dining Chairs After Willy Rizzo Desgn
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Miami, FL
Brass Plated Leather Cantilevered Dining Chairs After Willy Rizzo Desgn Offered for sale is a set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Blue Leather Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining area with the Blue Leather Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chairs. These modern
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Willy Rizzo Chrome and Brown Leather Cantilever Chairs for Cidue, 1960s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, late nineteen sixties, chrome and leather, cantilevered chairs by Italian designer and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Matteo Grassi Cantilever MG5 Black Leather Chairs by Centro Studi
By Matteo Grassi, Centro Studi, Marcel Breuer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
interesting and fun to collect. Handsome set of (2) MG5 chairs by Matteo Grassi in black leather armchairs
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Norwegian Cantilever Easy Chair Leather, Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen, 1970s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This stylish and exceptionally comfortable Norwegian armchair from the 1970s. Crafted from stained and varnished beech bentwood, this chair showcase a unique design by Jon Hjortdal f...
Category

Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Set of four mod cantilevered dining armchairs with polished chrome frame, newly upholstered resist
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
H 32 in W 24 in D 28 in
Bauhaus Cantilever Armchair, Chromed Tubular Steel, Leather, Germany circa 1935
Located in Regensburg, DE
Bauhaus Cantilever Armchair, Chromed, tubular steel, Leather, Germany circa 1935. Frame completely
Category

Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Norwegian Cantilever Easy Chairs in Leather by Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
and firm, efficiently utilizing space. The pair, with almost identical leather color and wood patina
Category

Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Bauhaus Cantilever MG5 Visitor Leather Chairs, Design Mart Stam, Italy 70s
By Matteo Grassi, Mart Stam
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 Bauhaus cantilever dining chairs designed by Mart Stam and produce by Matteo Grassi in the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Four Thonet White and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
An early design of tubular chromed steel cantilevered frames, updated in this 1970s version. Single
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

8 Bauhaus Black Leather & Chrome Cantilever Italian Chairs Attributed Mart Stam
By Mart Stam
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Late 20th Century Bauhaus style black leather & chrome tube cantilever chairs attributed
Category

20th Century Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Arrben Italy Canasta Cantilever Gray Leather Italian Modern Chairs - 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Arrben Italy Canasta Cantilever Gray Leather Italian Modern Chairs - Set of 4. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Chrome Cantilever Sling Chairs
By Cosco, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
frames, bent to go around the entire chair. Low profile arms, sling leather style fabric, sturdy and
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Cantilever Sling Chairs
Chrome Cantilever Sling Chairs
H 39.5 in W 21.5 in D 24.25 in
Vintage Machine Age, McKay Craft Cantilevered Leather Sling Lounge Chairs
By McKay Furniture Corp., Salvatore Bevelacqua
Located in Portland, OR
Gorgeous pair of Art Deco, Machine Age leather sling chairs by Salvatore Bevelacqua for McKay Craft
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Iron

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tufted Cantilevered Desk Chair in Spinneybeck Saddle L
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar tufted cantilevered desk chair in spinneybeck saddle leather
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Modern St Timothy Chair Cantilever Chairs Chrome Rectangle Tube & Black Leather
Located in Topeka, KS
, Extraordinaire!!! This pair of black leather and rectangular chrome tube frame cantilever chairs are absolutely
Category

1990s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Ivory Tubular Steel Cantilever Chrome Armchair, High Quality Leather, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
upholstery is high quality leather, it's very easy to clean and retains its colours very well even in direct
Category

20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Sam Larsson DUX Lounge Cantilever Leather Chairs from 1972
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of rare DUX cantilever lounge chairs called `Sesam 2`in black leather and chrome.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Bauhaus cantilever dining chairs with arms loopin black leather by Fasem
By Fasem International, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in Zevenaar, NL
chairs with black saddle leather seat, backrest and armrests come from the 1980s. They are great tot sit
Category

20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Red Tubular Steel Cantilever Chrome Armchair, High Quality Leather, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
upholstery is high quality leather, it's very easy to clean and retains its colours very well even in direct
Category

20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

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Cantilever And Leather For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of cantilever and leather for your home. An item from our selection of cantilever and leather — often made from animal skin, leather and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of cantilever and leather, we have 1089 options in-stock, while there are 158 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of cantilever and leather you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of cantilever and leather bearing mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made piece of cantilever and leather over the years, but those crafted by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Thonet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cantilever And Leather?

Prices for a piece of cantilever and leather can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $98 and can go as high as $97,750, while the average can fetch as much as $3,000.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Cantilever And Leather
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A cantilever table has a horizontal slab that is only given support at one end. It is a small tabletop mounted on a “C”-shaped base. Find a variety of antique and vintage cantilever tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can make a cantilever table from a variety of materials, though wood may be the simplest. It is best to find a set of building plans to follow, as there are many different styles of cantilever tables. It is vital to build this commonly U-shaped table with a sturdy base to support the top. Shop a variety of cantilever tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Wilsons Leather products are made with real leather. The brand, which was founded in 1988, takes pride in the quality of its genuine leather clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Today, most patent leather is not actually made of leather. New patent leathers are made by applying plastic coatings over plastic materials. Old patent leather, on the other hand, was created by applying layers of oil on natural leather.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, American Leather is real leather. The American furniture maker typically uses genuine glove leather for its upholstered pieces. Only the top 10% of hides in the world meet the company's standards. Shop a diverse assortment of American Leather furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Italian leather is real leather and is considered to be some of the highest quality and longest lasting leather. Because it is made from full-grain hides and processed in a specific way, it is more pliable and softer.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Taurillon leather is sourced from a young bull and is known for its exceptional quality and durability. It features a larger grain. It typically has a glossy mat finish. Browse a collection of Taurillon leather pieces from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The highest-quality leather is full grain.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Crocodile leather is processed from one of 23 crocodile species, and is rare compared to cow or sheep hides. It is considered a luxury leather, and brands such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Gucci use crocodile leather in its designs. Find vintage and contemporary crocodile leather pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Tufted leather is leather with patterned dimples or depressions. This look is achieved by forming indents and securing these indents with buttons or knots. The raised sections in between the indents are called “tufts.”
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Togo leather is also called calfskin and is made from the hide of a baby calf. The finish of togo leather appears to be raised, while also having a very fine texture. This type of leather is famously used by Hermes. Shop a collection of authentic Hermes purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Barenia leather is a rare, high quality calf leather. This leather has a matte texture with a touch of gloss. Barenia is a popular leather for Hermès handbags and purses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The leather in a Louis Vuitton Capucines bag is full-grain taurillon, which has a slightly glossy appearance and a noticeable grain. Inside, the bags have a genuine lambskin leather lining. Shop a selection of Louis Vuitton Capucines bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Nicoletti leather is a type of material used on furniture manufactured by the Italian furniture manufacturer Nicoletti. It is a full top grain cowhide leather that is tanned in Italy. You can find a collection of Nicoletti furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Suhali leather is a leather exclusive to Louis Vuitton This leather is made from the finest goatskin and goes through little chemical treatment, which allows the leather to remain soft to the touch. Shop suhali leather handbags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Patina leather has a slightly distressed look to it. You can buy it that way or let it happen naturally. When leather mixes with dirt, body oils and sunlight, it can start to wear down and develop the patina.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can embroider on leather, but it will be more difficult than embroidering on a softer fabric. Pre-poking holes in the leather before embroidering with thread will make the whole process easier. Plus, embroidering leather by hand is actually considered easier than using a machine is.