The Creative Process

Where fine art photography meets Tuscan leather tradition

Every Matilde Montanari creation is born from the encounter between contemporary art and manufacturing excellence. Our Italian leather printing process transforms fine art photography into functional artworks, unique and made to last.

Processo artigianale italiano: cartamodello per creazione borsa artistica in pelle

The leather: excellence from the Tuscan tanning district

We select exclusive high-quality leather from the prestigious Tuscan tanning district, renowned worldwide for its centuries-old tradition and artisan excellence. Each hide is carefully chosen to ensure softness, durability, and a perfect surface to receive our artistic prints.

Arte su pelle italiana con pattern fotografico colorato - creazioni artigianali Matilde Montanari

Italian leather printing: technology meets art

The original patterns, created from Matilde Montanari’s fine art photography, are printed using cutting-edge technology. We use exclusively hypoallergenic pigments of the highest quality, safe on skin and long-lasting, ensuring vibrant colors that maintain their intensity and beauty over the years.

Dettaglio arte su pelle italiana, stampa con motivi floreali - artigianato artistico

From the heart of art to the final creation

Each photographic pattern is studied and adapted to enhance the unique characteristics of the leather, creating a perfect dialogue between material and image. The result is a work of art in Italian leather: every handbag, accessory, or leather interior piece becomes a collectible, an expression of uniqueness and Made in Italy craftsmanship.

From fine art photography to printed leather, every step of our production process celebrates Italian artisan excellence and contemporary artistic vision.

Artisan sewing and processing of Italian leather in Matilde Montanari's atelier

Contacts

Via Santo Stefano 52/B 40125 Bologna, ITALY

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