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"Processing and creations of hide and leather products"
by Barbara Songia, De Vecchi editore
A taste of the art of treating and shaping leather. Pages that tell us the evolution of the working methods, about the different and various uses of leather that has become a social perception, of the work of tanners and leather modellers. From the slave work to the formation of corporations in the Middle ages.
The author, through the book, tells us different methods on how to storage some leathers since ancient times. For example, she writes, how in Mesolitic Era leather would be filled with smoke for storage and how in Mesopotamia, sheep leather was used for wardrobes, while ox, cow and calf leather was used for leather goods.
Introductive pages of the book by Sorgia
Within the volume there are many pictures to illustrate better the processing and results of handmade creations, it also contains the history of hide, the preparation of the leather and its treatment and decorative art, without leaving behind the processing techniques, the material, the tools and projects that bring to the creation of the same objects.
"The technique of the shoe"
by Francesetti
Would you like to know all the working tools, their names and what their used for? Francesetti suggests a journey in the shoe world, where you can confirm your knowledge and to enrich them to make perfect your art. The shoe technique illustrates us with designs and careful descriptions of some essential tools.
Some books, and magazines dedicated to leather and hide and their craftsmanship.
What are the techniques craftsmen use?
In this section, an explanation on the methods that the masters in this field adapt when working with leather and hide.
A description on how cutting and sewing, our experts have produced some of their most interesting creations.
Different suggestions and useful information, to understand better this sector, and its various fields and why not, try to create your own leather object
This section is dedicated to news regarding curious and the extravagant world of leather and hide, for example the most strangest and bizarre techniques. The most unusual and extravagant work.
An online gallery with the most interesting, particular, extravagant and unique creations realized in the world, by craftsmen, artists or people who just do it for hobby, for profession or passion dedicate their time to working with this material.
A calendar with dates of the best manifestations, events, courses, fairs and other initiatives, related to the leather world, and leather promotions in Italy and Abroad.
