Genuine leather Small Coin Purse Butterfly Design

Tucked in the vibrant landscapes of West Bengal, a quiet revolution in design took shape during the 1940s in the artistic hub of Shantiniketan. Born from the creative vision of Bengal’s art movement and nurtured by master craftsmen, the Shantiniketan leather craft became more than a utility—it became a storytelling canvas. 

The Crafting Process
First, natural leather is selected and cured. Then begins the embossing, where a heated metal tool is used to press motifs onto the leather surface, giving it a raised texture. The patterns are filled in with vibrant natural dyes, often applied using batik and brush techniques.

Next comes burnishing—a laborious step where the leather is rubbed until it attains a soft sheen. The purse is finally stitched, shaped, and coated with a lacquer finish that not only brings out the vivid colours but also ensures durability. Every stage is performed manually, without machines—keeping the soul of handmade craft intact.