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Doctor W Culatta Reverse Sirocco

The Doctor W is a bag of essential geometry and quiet presence — compact in form, unmistakable in character. Crafted from vegetable-tanned reverse horse culatta leather, the surface reveals a living material: sand tones that dissolve into bluish and grey veils, like earth dried by the wind. Every centimetre of leather already carries time within it — and with wear, it will develop an increasingly personal and unrepeatable patina.
Carried by hand or worn crossbody, this version features a slender, elongated strap, adjustable through hand-forged iron hooks, preserving the raw, artisanal character of the piece. The structured flap and minimal top handle reinforce the bag’s sculptural silhouette, while the wrought iron hook closure — Tagliovivo’s signature detail — adds a tactile, almost archaic note.
The interior is fully lined in 100% natural linen and houses a zipped pocket and an open leather pocket for effortless, immediate organisation.
The Doctor W is part of the Spring–Summer 2026 “Macchia Mediterranea” collection — a homage to raw material, the Mediterranean landscape, and the beauty of what changes with time. Entirely handmade, each piece carries subtle variations that make it a truly one-of-a-kind object, crafted to last a lifetime.

Size

width 28 cm
length 8 cm
height 15 cm

width 11.0 inches
length 3.3 inches
height 5.9 inches

Material

Vegetable-tanned reverse horse culatta leather.
Linen lining.
Wrought-iron hooks and rings.

Only 1 left in stock

Made in Italy

natural characteristics

Variations in tone, texture and shading are not flaws: they are the fingerprint of the hide. Over time, scratches will soften, colours will deepen and the leather will settle into something unmistakably yours. These are not signs of wear. They are signs of life.

details

Leather

Horse culatta, taken from the inner side of the hide, is a material that refuses to be tamed. Dense and almost cartilaginous at its core — the very zone that gives birth to cordovan in traditional shoemaking — it softens toward the edges into something closer to suede. Raw, unfinished, and deeply alive, it ages with honesty, developing a patina that is entirely its own.

Iron Details

Wrought iron is not an accessory at Tagliovivo — it is a signature. Each hook, clasp, and fitting is hand-forged individually by skilled artisans, shaped by hammer and heat rather than mould or machine. No two pieces are ever identical, and that is precisely the point: in a world of perfect replication, these small imperfections are where the craft lives.

leather & hardware care

Water Exposure

Vegetable-tanned leather is not water-resistant. If the bag gets wet, gently blot the surface with a soft, dry cloth, absorbing as much moisture as possible without rubbing. Let it dry naturally at room temperature, away from radiators, direct heat and sunlight.

Cleaning & Stains

Full-grain, full culatta and raw culatta leathers can be nourished with a soft cotton cloth and a small amount of moisturizing cream, applied evenly across the entire surface; note that it may slightly darken the leather. Hand-dyed leathers are best cleaned with a small amount of glycerin soap, applied in the same way. On polished leathers, avoid creams and use only a soft, dry cloth. On reverse culatta, use only a soft suede brush, following the direction of the nap. In all cases, do not treat isolated stains directly, as this may fix or darken the mark rather than remove it.

Conditioning

Use only products suited to the specific leather, apply them sparingly and always test them on a hidden area first. Avoid oils and waxes, which may darken the surface or alter its colour and finish.

Hardware Care

Our hooks, rings, and buckles are hand-forged in wrought iron or brass. Keep them dry, wiping them with a soft cloth after damp days. Over time, the iron may darken naturally, in harmony with the leather.

Storage

When not in use, store the bag in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, ideally in a breathable cotton bag. Fill it lightly with paper to help it keep its shape, and avoid hanging it by the strap for long periods.

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