Is vintage leather real?

Whether vintage leather is real or not depends on the piece. Vintage apparel and accessories that seem to be made from leather will often have tags to tell you the material content. You can also apply one or two drops of water to a discreet spot and see if it is absorbed. If the water rolls off, the item likely isn’t genuine leather. Shop a collection of leather pieces on 1stDibs.

Are vintage leather jackets worth it?

Many fashion lovers believe that vintage leather jackets are worth it. Due to their unique character and luxurious material, leather jackets from well-known makers, such as Versace, Hermès, Chanel and Christian Dior, are popular among collectors. You can choose from a wide range of styles, from cropped biker-chic looks to sweeping trenches made of sumptuous leather. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage leather jackets is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of vintage leather jackets and other jackets.

How can you tell if a leather jacket is vintage?

To tell if a leather jacket is vintage, look for a maker's label. Once you have located the label, consult trusted online resources to determine when the brand was active. For makers that are still in business, examine online photographs of their labels from various time periods to find a match and estimate the age of your jacket. For a piece to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage leather jackets.

How can you tell if a vintage leather jacket is real?

To tell if a vintage leather jacket is real, first look for any tags that show the material content. You can also do a quick test by applying one to two drops of water to an inconspicuous area. If the water is absorbed, the jacket is likely real leather. Water will usually roll off faux leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of leather jackets.

Vintage Leather Horse

1930s Wood Bench

Vintage Pommel

Pommel Horse Bench

Vintage Gym Equipment

Category

Vintage 1950s Russian Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

Vintage Pommel Horse, 1950s

$474

Celine Vintage Black Leather Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag

By Celine

Located in Irvine, CA

Black smooth leather vintage Céline Box bag with gold-tone hardware, adjustable flat shoulder strap

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Celine Vintage Black Leather Horse Carriage Box Shoulder Bag

$1,295

Vintage German Horse Collar

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage distressed leather German horse collar.

Category

Antique Early 1900s German More Furniture and Collectibles

Vintage German Horse Collar

$850

Industrial Bar Stools Leather Horse Saddle Three Steel Base Vintage

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A beautiful set of three Industrial style leather and steel horse bar stools, each saddle is a

Category

20th Century Stools

Industrial Bar Stools Leather Horse Saddle Three Steel Base Vintage

$2,170

Bench from Vintage Leather Gym Pommel Horse with Steel Bracket Legs

Located in Madison, WI

Gymnast leather pommel horse has been transformed into a bench with steel bracket legs painted

Category

Mid-20th Century American Benches

Bench from Vintage Leather Gym Pommel Horse with Steel Bracket Legs

$1,990

Early 20th Century Vintage Pommel Horse Bench

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

We are big fans of these early 20th century pommel horses - sourced in the Czech Republic. We

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 20th Century Vintage Pommel Horse Bench

$1,984

Judith Leiber Vintage Handbag Animals Horse Rhino Monkey Elephant Patent Leather

By Judith Leiber

Located in Portland, OR

This is a vintage black patent leather Judith Leiber handbag with a side tassel and 6 brass animals

Category

1980s Italian Shoulder Bags

Judith Leiber Vintage Handbag Animals Horse Rhino Monkey Elephant Patent Leather

$395

Belgian Vintage Leather Covered Pommel Horse, 1st Half Of The 20th C.

Located in Norwalk, CT

Belgian vintage leather covered pommel horse, 1st half of the 20th c., with oak legs and burnished

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Belgian Vintage Leather Covered Pommel Horse, 1st Half Of The 20th C.

$3,695

CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG BURGUNDY

By Celine

Located in Antwerp, BE

BURGUNDY CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG Authentic CELINE Vintage Gold Black Horse Carriage

Category

20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

CELINE HORSE CARRIAGE CARGO FLAP BAG BURGUNDY

$1,450

Vintage Leather Horse by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie Fitch

By Dimitri Omersa, Abercrombie Fitch

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage leather horse by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch.

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Vintage Leather Horse by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie Fitch

$1,800

Vintage German Gymnast Leather Pommel Horse

Located in Madison, WI

Gymnast leather pommel horse from Germany. Leather top is 14" wide and leg span is 28".

Category

Mid-20th Century German Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage German Gymnast Leather Pommel Horse

$1,575

Small Vintage Reclaimed Leather Pommel Horse Bench

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

We love these old leather gym horses and they make excellent quirky stools. These are circa

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Small Vintage Reclaimed Leather Pommel Horse Bench

$992

Leather Horse Saddle

Located in Amherst, NH

Vintage tooled leather horse saddle with floral accents. No maker's mark.

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather

Leather Horse Saddle

$575

Vintage Leather Gymnastics Pommel Horse, circa 1930

Located in Notting Hill, GB

These Pommel Horses were used in schools as gymnastic accessories, originally they were tall and

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Leather Gymnastics Pommel Horse, circa 1930

$1,653

Vintage Vault Horse

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th century vault horse with six stackable levels. Beautifully weathered leather and wood

Category

Early 20th Century Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Vault Horse

$2,000

Vintage Beech, Metal and Leather Gym Pommel Horse, 1930s

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This original gym pommel horse from the 1930s features a beech frame and cow leather upholstery

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Vintage Beech, Metal and Leather Gym Pommel Horse, 1930s

$1,861

1970s Vintage White leather Gucci Wallet Horse Bit Clasp

By Gucci

Located in Portland, OR

This white leather gucci wallet has gold hardware and blue and red striped trim. The wallet

Category

1970s Italian Wallets

1970s Vintage White leather Gucci Wallet Horse Bit Clasp

$295

Vintage Gucci Black Leather Wallet With Silver Horse Bit

By Gucci

Located in Antwerp, BE

Iconic Gucci wallet from the 1990's. (see matching black pumps on my store front) Places for credit cards, cash and a zipper pocket for change . Use it dropped in your purse, or alon...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wallets

Vintage Gucci Black Leather Wallet With Silver Horse Bit

$360

Vintage 1980 s Zuki Reversible Western Horse Sheared Beaver Leather Coat

By Zuki

Located in Yukon, OK

blue leather with stud accents, Zuki embossed on the leather trim and ivory sheared beaver horses. The

Category

1980s Canadian Coats

Vintage 1980 s Zuki Reversible Western Horse Sheared Beaver Leather Coat

$14,999

Vintage Celine black leather belt with golden carriage and horse motif. 65

By Celine

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

1980s. Vintage Celine black leather belt with golden carriage and horse motif. Size 65 Made in

Category

1980s Italian Belts

Vintage Celine black leather belt with golden carriage and horse motif. 65

$168

Vintage Hermes Bag in Brown Leather With Horse bit Buckle 1985 Handbag With Box

By Hermès

Located in Portland, OR

This is a beautiful vintage 1985 Hermes brown leather handbag that appears unworn. We love the

Category

1980s French Shoulder Bags

Vintage Hermes Bag in Brown Leather With Horse bit Buckle 1985 Handbag With Box

$3,200

Ottoman, Uphlostered in Vintage Horse Blanket, on Rustic Barn Wood Frame

Located in Madison, WI

Ottoman, upholstered in an early 20th century horse blanket, has been mounted on a hand-fashioned

Category

Early 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Wood

Ottoman, Uphlostered in Vintage Horse Blanket, on Rustic Barn Wood Frame

$1,250

Chesterfield Vintage Brown Leather Wingback Georgian Armchair with Horse hair

Located in Berlin, DE

armchair in brown leather A lovely Armchair, full of vintage charm and character, we have lightly restored

Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield Vintage Brown Leather Wingback Georgian Armchair with Horse hair

$2,402

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Vintage Leather Horse For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage leather horse you’re looking for. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every vintage leather horse was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage leather horse you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage leather horse, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Charles Eames each produced at least one beautiful vintage leather horse that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Leather Horse?

Prices for a vintage leather horse start at $85 and top out at $14,999 with the average selling for $1,800.

Questions About Vintage Leather Horse

Is vintage leather real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Whether vintage leather is real or not depends on the piece. Vintage apparel and accessories that seem to be made from leather will often have tags to tell you the material content. You can also apply one or two drops of water to a discreet spot and see if it is absorbed. If the water rolls off, the item likely isn’t genuine leather. Shop a collection of leather pieces on 1stDibs.
Are vintage leather jackets worth it?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Many fashion lovers believe that vintage leather jackets are worth it. Due to their unique character and luxurious material, leather jackets from well-known makers, such as Versace, Hermès, Chanel and Christian Dior, are popular among collectors. You can choose from a wide range of styles, from cropped biker-chic looks to sweeping trenches made of sumptuous leather. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage leather jackets is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of vintage leather jackets and other jackets.
How can you tell if a leather jacket is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
To tell if a leather jacket is vintage, look for a maker's label. Once you have located the label, consult trusted online resources to determine when the brand was active. For makers that are still in business, examine online photographs of their labels from various time periods to find a match and estimate the age of your jacket. For a piece to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage leather jackets.
How can you tell if a vintage leather jacket is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
To tell if a vintage leather jacket is real, first look for any tags that show the material content. You can also do a quick test by applying one to two drops of water to an inconspicuous area. If the water is absorbed, the jacket is likely real leather. Water will usually roll off faux leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of leather jackets.