{"product_id":"vachetta-by-virgilio-conceria-artigiana","title":"Art. Natural by Virgilio Conceria Artigiana (LWG Silver Rated)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow-tanned for depth, not speed.  Made for craftsmen who care about the details. Art. Natural is a premium vegetable-tanned crust leather with a clean, natural surface and its ability to develop a deep, warm patina over time. Virgilio’s vegetable tanning stands apart due to its slow, water-rich tanning process, which allows for deeper tannin penetration and a more stable fiber structure. Finished with a light aniline touch, it preserves the authenticity of the grain while offering exceptional body, durability, and a uniquely soft, responsive feel. The result is a leather that ages beautifully, gaining depth, richness, and individuality with every use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare and Maintenance Note:  This article is a dyed and unfinished crust and, therefore, will gradually take on a natural patina with usage and over time. If products are applied to protect the leather, always test leather balms, waxes, leather conditioners or leather cleaner (for example, Saddle Soap, etc.) on a small test area for compatibility or potential changes to leather before applying on to the entire surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker’s Tip: Best used for Tote Bags, Bag Tags, Tablet Covers, Laptop Bags, Book and Journal Covers, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Virgilio, the Artisanal LWG Silver Rated Tannery: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirgilio Conceria Artigiana, located in Tuscany’s Ponte a Egola between Florence and Pisa, is a family-rooted tannery dedicated to preserving true artisanal vegetable tanning. Specializing in shoulders for belts, bags, and footwear, they follow centuries-old Tuscan methods rarely practiced today. Using carefully selected European hides from Norway, Switzerland, and France—known for their low defect rates—the tannery employs the traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econcia a bagno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e method (Pit-Tanning), a slow, water-based tanning process lasting 48–50 hours, far longer than the modern rapid vegetable tanning techniques. Combined with time-honored practices like sego (tallow) greasing and traditional pressing, this approach produces leather that is softer, lighter, and rich in natural character. The tannery also holds a Leather Working Group Silver rating, reflecting responsible environmental practices.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTannage: Vegetable Tanned Full Grain Cow Leather made in Tuscany with raw skins of European origin (France, Norway or Switzerland)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticle Name: Natural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors:  Fuxia, Mandarino, Turchese, Violetta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrade: A\/B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemper: Medium \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel : Smooth \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish:  Crust (unfinished)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThickness:  5 oz (2 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut: Double Shoulders, Single Shoulder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Shoulder Sizes:  14 - 16 sq ft.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle Shoulder Sizes:  7 - 8 sq ft.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THOL Fine Leathers™","offers":[{"title":"Violetto \/ Single Shoulder","offer_id":47967641698549,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Violetto \/ Double Shoulder","offer_id":47967641731317,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mandarino \/ Single Shoulder","offer_id":47967624233205,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mandarino \/ Double Shoulder","offer_id":47967624265973,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turchese \/ Single Shoulder","offer_id":47967639437557,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turchese \/ Double Shoulder","offer_id":47967639470325,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fuxia \/ Single Shoulder","offer_id":47967639634165,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fuxia \/ Double Shoulder","offer_id":47967639666933,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/8670\/2325\/files\/8D10DB81-320C-4687-BCEC-CCDDD9281F61.jpg?v=1775789004","url":"https:\/\/www.tholfineleathers.com\/products\/vachetta-by-virgilio-conceria-artigiana","provider":"THOL Fine Leathers™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}