Italian Chestnut Calf Leather Hide – Thin and Supple Upholstery Leather, 0.9–1.0 mm, Perfect for Bags, Furniture & Crafts

Chestnut Thin Upholstery Leather

Genuine Italian Chestnut Calf Leather – Thin & Supple (0.9–1.0 mm)

Discover a beautiful, soft upholstery-grade leather in a warm chestnut brown shade with subtle reddish undertones. This chrome-tanned calfskin is thin, pliable, and ideal for upholstery, handbags, small leather goods, and garment accents.

Thickness is 0.9–1.0 mm, with a smooth grain and natural semi-matte sheen. Available in half hides (~20–25 sq ft) or full hides (~40–50 sq ft)—please see the dropdown menu for options. Color may vary slightly due to screen differences.

Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days.

NOTE: Our whole hides are high quality Italian leather.
Some natural markings such us hump holes (along the spine), brands (fire marks), finished scratches might be present.
These marks are considered a fine leather’s characteristic.

Leather Type: Cow Hide

Tanning: Chrome Tanned

Made in Italy

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What is Upholstery Leather?

Upholstery hides are chrome tanned. That makes the leather remain supple and receptive to color. Upholstery leather is strong and durable and with proper leather care, it will remain beautiful for many years.
Upholstery leather hides have many different finishes. The most common are: Smooth finish, Pull up, Embossed, Full aniline leather.

Pull up is a type of leather that has wax on top usualy added for protection. When you strech this leather, the wax gives to the hide an antiqued effect.

Embossed leather is stamped or rolled leather. The pressure gives to the hide a new grain on its surface.

Full Aniline leather, because of the way the dye it, it lets natural marks and finished scratches of the leather to be visible. It’s considered to be top quality leather.

All these hides are perfect for leather covers for chairs, tables, puffs, leather sofas, carpet, armchairs, furniture, automotive and yacht interiors. They are also suitable for other purposes such as leather shoes and bags.

All our Upholstery Leathers are premium quality and come from the best Italian Tanneries.