Wolf and Maiden is a concept in conscious evolution. An impassioned salute to the craftsmanship of old, with a design ethos embedded firmly in the future’s gaze. It is an invitation to explore the realms of human experience with elegance and grace, and a celebration of adventure in all its forms.
Made from sustainable natural materials of the highest quality, each of our fine handcrafted products is designed to luxuriously evolve with its owner, fusing flawless functionality with timeless beauty. Devoted to the aesthetics of both simplicity and sumptuousness, our vision is to create items that tell a story - one rich in texture and alive with meaning. You are invited to become part of their story, as they become a part of yours...
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We only use the finest 10oz vegetable Tanned Saddle Leather.
Situated in the lush foothills of the Drakensberg mountain range in Zululand, the fourth generation tannery that supplies our leather still adheres to the vegetable tanning techniques of old. The hides are repeatedly bathed in natural tannins (extracted from tree bark and vegetable matter), which act to soften and accentuate the natural qualities of this luxurious material. Complemented by natural oils, the deep pigments are then sealed with beeswax and sent to us for transformation into tangible treasures...
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All of our products are entirely hand stained and hand stitched.
Perfected by master craftsmen and passed down through generations, the time-honoured technique of saddle stitching ensures optimum reliability and strength, rendered with venerable finesse and elegance. Through this time-intensive method, with full attention to detail, our master craftsmen meticulously sculpt and assemble each one of our creations by hand...
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Our products are designed to Improve with Time.
By sourcing the highest quality materials and components, fused with the ancient artistry of medieval leathersmiths, we endeavour to embody the fine legacy of Guild Crafting. As a result of meticulous hand stitching, our products are wonderfully robust, and are consequently easy to repair over many lifetimes of use. As they gain value, richness and texture with age, our products connect generations through the sumptuous legacy of the stories they tell. This is Crafted Heritage...
