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Leather Clad Elephant Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a great example of a mid-20th century, circa 1950s, Elephant sculpture. The elephant has been
Category

Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Leather Clad Elephant Sculpture
Leather Clad Elephant Sculpture
H 24 in W 21.5 in D 7 in
Leather Elephant Sculpture II
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is the second and slightly smaller of two c. 1950s leather clad elephants. This charming guy
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Mid-20th Century Anglo Raj Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Leather Elephant Sculpture II
Leather Elephant Sculpture II
H 21 in W 21 in D 7 in
Handmade Leather Decorative Elephant
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare and unique leather elephant toy or decorative object, with handstitched leather cord, and
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Black Leather Stuffed Elephant Toy
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand-sewn black leather stuffed elephant figurine toy. He will make a wonderful gift for anyone
Category

Late 20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Toys

Materials

Leather

Black Leather Stuffed Elephant Toy
Black Leather Stuffed Elephant Toy
H 8 in W 13 in D 5.5 in
1960's Vintage Leather Deru Elephant
By Deru
Located in Redding, CT
1960s Vintage Leather Deru Elephant . Designed and produced by the German manufacturer DERU in
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Leather-Clad Sculpture of an Elephant
Located in Miami, FL
Leather-Clad Sculpture of an Elephant Offered for sale is a finely detailed leather clad
Category

Late 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Glass, Acrylic

Leather-Clad Sculpture of an Elephant
Leather-Clad Sculpture of an Elephant
H 27.5 in W 24.5 in D 11 in
African Elephant Tripod Leather Topped Stool
Located in Alton, GB
seat. The seat has an elephant embossed onto the face of the seat with thick leather stitching around
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Antique Late 19th Century Stools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

African Elephant Tripod Leather Topped Stool
African Elephant Tripod Leather Topped Stool
H 16.93 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
1960s Vintage Leather Elephant Stool, Dmitri Omersa
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in Downingtown, PA
Vintage Leather Elephant Stool or Ottoman, Dmitri Omersa, 1960s The leather footstool is designed
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Antique Leather Elephant Sculpture with Glass Eyes
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Leather Elephant Sculpture with Glass Eyes This is an antique leather elephant sculpture
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Tribal Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Glass

Rare Mid-Century Modern Leather Elephant, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Mid-Century Modern Leather Elephant, 1960s The proportions are wonderfully genuine, the horse
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Omersa Leather Elephant, 1960s England **DEPOSIT TWO**
By Omersa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
**DEPOSIT TWO** Rare leather elephant by Omersa. Heavy, functional stool, strong enough for an
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Vintage 1960s English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Leather Elephant Small Footstool, by Dimitri Omersa, 1960s
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in Delft, NL
Leather Elephant small footstool, by Dimitri Omersa, 1960s An Elephant footstool, made in brown
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20th Century British Footstools

Materials

Leather

'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Leather Mineral
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Leather Camel
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Large Leather Model of an Elephant from England
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large English model of a standing elephant from the early to mid-20th century, in cowhide
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20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Wood

Omersa Leather Elephant Ottoman for Abercrombie & Fitch, 1960s England
By Omersa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous original leather elephant footstool by Dimitri Omersa for Liberty’s of London, distributed
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Vintage 1960s English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Customizable Tacchini Elephant Leather Lounge Chair by Karen Chekerdijan
By Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
frame finishes: Walnut or Anthracite grey Color leather available: Black, Dark brown or Hide (cuoio
Category

2010s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Fabulous Large Size 20th Century Leather Elephant Sculpture
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous 20th Century animalier leather sculpture of grand proportions and exceptional quality
Category

Mid-20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Italian Ceramic & Leather Elephant Form Table Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
A great mid century ceramic table lamp in the form of an elephant. Fleur de lis style element to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Leather

Arts and Crafts Leather Model of an Elephant Junior Bull
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Leather Model of an Elephant This is a rare and beautiful find from the early
Category

Vintage 1930s Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Leather Brown
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Leather Brown
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Loewe Elephant Leather Coin Purse Bag Charm Blue
By Loewe
Located in Indianapolis, IN
The Loewe Elephant Leather Coin Purse Bag Charm in Blue is a whimsical and charming accessory that
Category

2010s Spanish Wallets and Small Accessories

LUXURY LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL GLASS EYES
By Liberty of London, Omersa
Located in GB
sublime original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool Please note the delivery
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

DECORATIVE LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL GLASS EYES
By Liberty of London, Omersa
Located in GB
sublime original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool Please note the delivery
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

COLLECTABLE LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL GLASS EYES
By Liberty of London, Omersa
Located in GB
original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool Please note the delivery fee listed
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

Large Vintage Leather Elephant Sculpture, Tall Model, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large, vintage leather elephant sculpture. A three foot tall, at trunk (72cm to back
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Anglo Raj Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

HUGE 1.07 METERS TALL LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT BENCH STOOL
By Liberty of London, Omersa
Located in GB
very rare and original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed extra large bench stool with
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

Elephant Sofa, Solid Ash/Beech Plinth, Upholstered in Fabric, Leather Details
Located in Fiscal Amares, PT
comfort with the Elephant Sofa - boasting generous proportions and upholstered in warm, refined fabric
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Ash, Leather

FINE HAPPY GLASS EYED LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL
By Liberty of London, Omersa
Located in GB
original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool Please note the delivery fee listed
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

LOVELY LIBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL WiTH GLASS EYES
By Omersa, Liberty of London
Located in GB
original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool Please note the delivery fee listed
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

SUPER RARE GREEN EYED LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL
By Omersa, Liberty of London
Located in GB
very rare and original 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool with never seen
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather

Matching Pair of Our Signature Grenville Sofas - Hand Dyed Elephant Grey Leather
Located in London, GB
seats and backs. The seat webs and leathers are all hand tacked (not stapled). As a new set these were
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

Materials

Leather

Arts and Crafts Leather Model of a Bull Elephant This is a beautiful find
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Leather Model of a Bull Elephant This is a beautiful find from the early part of
Category

Vintage 1930s Archaistic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Leather

Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Elephant Hide Grey Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Danville, CA
Rare set of four, early Barcelona chairs in elephant hide grey leather. Some patina and visible
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stunning Pair of Tall Leather Elephants Probably Retailed by Liberty & Co London
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning pair of large (130cm H) 20th century leather elephant sculptures in lovely worn
Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Our Signature Carver Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Elephant Grey Leather
By David Robinson
Located in London, GB
Our Carver Chesterfield sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to bring gravitas and elegance to your space. The very generously rolled arm is very str...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ruhlmann pair of "elephant" club chairs
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco pair of club chairs by Ruhlmann, 1931, in leather with solid macassar ebony feet
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Macassar

Pop Art Playful Luck Elephant (Aqua Faux Leather) Christopher Schulz Sculpture
By Christopher Schulz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lucky Elephant (blue) - Artist Proof of 4 Christopher Schulz (b. 1974) works in a variety of
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Scandinavian 'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, All black
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Customizable Tacchini Elephant Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Karen Chekerdijan
By Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
frame finishes: Walnut or anthracite grey Color leather available: Black, dark brown or hide (cuoio
Category

2010s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Elephant, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Elephant, 1960s The proportions are wonderfully genuine, the
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

'Elephant' Wooden Lounge Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Sheepskin
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017 Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Sheepskin

Peter Beard, Collector's Edition "965 Elephants"
By Peter Beard
Located in Tokyo, 13
LOT:20230825S02 Peter Beard [Peter Beard, Collector's Edition "965 Elephants"] Leather-bound
Category

Early 2000s Landscape Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

'Elephant' Wood Lounge Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Dunes, Brown
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017 Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Leather Pig in the Style of Dimitri Omersa Footstool, 1970
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
introduced new animals, such as an elephant and a donkey. From the mid-1960s to the late 1980s, the leather
Category

Vintage 1970s English Footstools

Materials

Leather

Leather Pig in the Style of Dimitri Omersa Footstool, 1970
Leather Pig in the Style of Dimitri Omersa Footstool, 1970
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H 10.63 in W 8.27 in D 20.87 in
'Elephant' Wood Lounge Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Anthracite
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017 Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Elephant' Lounge Chair + Stool, Natural Oak, Sheepskin Set by Norr11
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant lounge chair and stool Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Leather, Oak

'Elephant' Wood Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes, Anthracite
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017 Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Elephant' Wood Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes, Brown
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Lounge Chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017 Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Elephant' Wood Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Dunes, Camel
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant lounge chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11, 2017 Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Via del Corso by Yabu Pushelberg upholster in Seaton Street Elephant Grey
By George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg
Located in Toronto, ON
Via del Corso is the centre of life in historical Rome. Meeting at the Piazza Venezia with its three-sided roundabout and monumental churches “the Corso” is impressive. Yabu Pushelbe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

20th Century Italian Sculpture Elephant in Papier Maché in style of Abercrombie
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Turin, Turin
leather. The elephant could be used for a maximalist setting, or for giving a tropical accent in interior
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Faux Leather, Paper

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Elephant Hide Grey Cab Dining Side Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini
Located in Dronten, NL
soft, newly reconditioned, elephant hide grey leather perfectly worn in from many years of use. Light
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Incredible Faux Bamboo Elephant Motife Maitland Smith Floor Lamp
By Maitland Smith
Located in Hopewell, NJ
with 3 silver resin elephant heads, trunks turning upward, that extend from the top below the stunning
Category

Vintage 1980s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin

1970s Modernist Faux Elephant Tusk Brass & Lucite Console Table
By Suzzane Dahl & Jerry Barich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s modernist faux elephant tusk brass & lucite console table
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair of Top Quality Large Pair of Carved Walnut Elephant Throne Chairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An antique pair of impressive carved walnut elephant high backed Throne Armchairs, cane back and
Category

20th Century British Anglo-Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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The Leather Elephant For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the the leather elephant you’re looking for. A the leather elephant — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. There are 281 variations of the antique or vintage the leather elephant you’re looking for, while we also have 30 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a the leather elephant — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the leather elephant, designed in the mid-century modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Dimitri Omersa, Abercrombie & Fitch and Kristian Sofus Hansen each produced at least one beautiful the leather elephant that is worth considering.

How Much is a The Leather Elephant?

Prices for a the leather elephant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $89 and can go as high as $106,608, while the average can fetch as much as $2,512.
Questions About The Leather Elephant
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    What elephant jewelry symbolizes is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people believe that the elephant represents good fortune. As a result, you may choose to wear the jewelry as a symbol of luck or for personal protection. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of elephant jewelry.
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    What elephant statues represent is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Cultures around the world associate elephants with power, fertility, good fortune and wisdom. Because of the phrase "an elephant never forgets," some people link them to memory. You'll find a range of elephant statues on 1stDibs.
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    The elephant is a symbol of good luck and of good fortune. Bring someone good luck by gifting them an elephant bracelet. You can shop a collection of elephant bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, you can mount an elephant head. However, if you acquire one, it is best to have a professional taxidermist do the work for you to ensure that you do not damage it. You'll find a selection of taxidermy on 1stDibs.
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    The infamous elephant clock was primarily used to tell time but was also a status symbol and representation of wealth. Its unique movement received power from running water. You can find a range of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Epi leather was one of the first leather lines created by Louis Vuitton. It is real leather and goes through a tanning and a dyeing process before the special coloration process is applied which creates the distinctive two-color effect. Several Louis Vuitton handbags and some wallets feature this type of leather. Find vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    Vinyl leather is a material commonly used to produce upholstery on furniture and various types of furniture. It refers to man-made polyvinyl chloride or PVC that has a sheen and texture similar to that of natural cowhide leather. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique and vintage furniture.
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    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.
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    The highest-quality leather is full grain.

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    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.
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    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.”
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    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.
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    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.