Nappa leather

A material created through the tanning of animal hides, typically from cattle. Leather can feature course or smooth finishes, and takes dye well. Used for jackets, pants and ...

leather

Animals; Dogs

The flap of the ear; the outer ear supported by cartilage and surrounding tissue.

leather

Fashion; Brands & labels

A material from hides used widely in the manucfacture of shoes and bags

leather

Leather; Leather preparation

A hide, or skin, that has been tanned into a non-perishable state.

faux leather

Leather; Leather types

A materials that look and feel like leather but are actually synthetic. Faux leather materials include vinyl and Polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

suede

Leather; Leather types

Leather treated to produce a velvet-like finish.

top grain leather

Leather; Leather types

The top layer of leather (leather is split into multiple layers before it is used).

embossed

Leather; Leather types

A term used to describe leather or faux-leather with a design imprinted on it. Often exotic skins like croco or snake are actually embossed leather or faux leather.

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Black Hole of Calcutta

A dungeon located at Fort William in Calcutta. It is notable as many British prisoners of war were held in this dungeon when it was captured by the ...