In Ancient Persia, the lion and sun motif symbolized power & vigilance. Centuries passed, and precious tapestries depicting images such as this were crafted and traded across villages, countries & continents until they ultimately reached Perugia, a small wealthy city that in the Middle Ages was known around the world for their production of exceptional textiles.
Today, several centuries later & against all odds, Marta Cucchia’s family workshop, Atelier Giuditta Brozzetti, keeps this ancient tradition alive. In fact, it was Marta and her colleagues that wove the central panel that gives this bag its name by hand on jacquard looms dating to the 19th century.
The “Leone” Tote was hand-sewn by the Romanelli family in the best suede and sailcloth canvas available on the market. The bag’s closure was first engraved by Master Engraver Jesùs Serrato, and cast in solid brass by Master Goldsmith Paolo Penko.
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In Ancient Persia, the lion and sun motif symbolized power & vigilance. Centuries passed, and precious tapestries depicting images such as this were crafted and traded across villages, countries & continents until they ultimately reached Perugia, a small wealthy city that in the Middle Ages was known around the world for their production of exceptional textiles.
Today, several centuries later & against all odds, Marta Cucchia’s family workshop, Atelier Giuditta Brozzetti, keeps this ancient tradition alive. In fact, it was Marta and her colleagues that wove the central panel that gives this bag its name by hand on jacquard looms dating to the 19th century.
The “Leone” Tote was hand-sewn by the Romanelli family in the best suede and sailcloth canvas available on the market. The bag’s closure was first engraved by Master Engraver Jesùs Serrato, and cast in solid brass by Master Goldsmith Paolo Penko.
How it’s made
“Never overly concerned with producing more, but unwaveringly motivated to produce better, I designed the “Leone” Tote as a tribute not only to the centuries of heritage that it represents, but to pay homage to the Masters of Craft that keep this heritage alive. Three artisans - a weaver, an engraver, and a leather maker - from three cities around Italy - Perugia, Rome, and Florence - collaborated to bring the “Leone” Tote to life. As with all items that are the fruit of a collaboration between artisans, the skill of one exalts the mastery of the other!
More than a simple tote bag, the “Leone” Tote is a precious, yet functional tribute to art, history, craft, mastery, and heritage. ”
— Salvatore Ambrosino, Founder & Creative Director
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