Object Dyed Black Reverse Culatta Leather Zip Cardholder
Crafted entirely by hand from a single pattern piece, this cardholder embodies precision, restraint, and material honesty.
It’s made from washed and tumbled 2.6mm full-grain natural reverse horse culatta, vegetable-tanned and hand-dyed in a matte black finish evocative of decay — rich in subtle tonal shifts and irregular textures.
Culatta leather is sourced from a rare portion of the hide: just above the shell cordovan, blending the belly and hind shank. This yields a tight-grained, dense structure with a medium-firm temper — ideal for pieces that balance durability with tactility.
Tanned exclusively with plant-based extracts, the leather undergoes a slow, time-dependent process where natural tannins like tree bark infuse deeply into the fibers. The result: a leather that develops complexity and depth with wear, while retaining its structure and surface tension. Controlled cooling ensures a supple yet resilient finish.
The cardholder offers three compartments: a rear open-seam pocket, a hidden slot behind the zipped compartment, and a front section — collectively accommodating up to 16 cards and folded notes.
It features a 10cm Riri M4 zipper, finished with a .925 sterling silver pull — oxidized by hand over 10 hours to produce a unique patina. Stitching throughout is done with 0.65mm hand-waxed Japanese linen thread, overlocked along the edges and the rear seam for both structure and aesthetics.
A custom .925 silver buckle closure secures the leather strap at the front, paired with an oxidized silver staple at the tip. The deconstructed flap is fastened using a signature overlocked stitch.
Each piece comes packaged in a handcrafted leather pouch.
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Composition:
- body: 100% 2.6mm reverse culatta
- hardware: .925 sterling silver
- riri zipper
- japanese linen thread
size:
- width: 11cm, height: 8.5cm, depth: 2cm
time:
- 8 hours of stitching by hand. 14 hours to craft the zipper pull and buckle
details:
- reverse culatta leather cardholder
- matte black object dyed finish
- 0.65mm hand waxed japanese linen thread
- 2 card pockets
- open seam construction
- riri zipper pocket
- hand forged solid .925 sterling silver zipper pull
- hand forged solid .925 sterling silver buckle
- single piece pattern
- holds up to 16 cards and multiple notes
- entirely handmade without the use of machines
- handmade leather packaging
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Shipping Information
This piece is handmade to order by Atelier SKN, with free express worldwide shipping sent directly from the UK.
Please allow up to 7 business days for production. During busy periods, production times may vary.
• Fully trackable delivery with a unique tracking code
• Simple and easy returns procedure
• Free worldwide shipping
Please note: customs charges may apply depending on the destination. These fees are the customer’s responsibility