German luxury brand Montblanc recently unveiled its Meisterstück Selection Sfumato, a collection of masterfully painted leather goods with a contemporary and sophisticated appeal at an event in London, UK.

Award-winning actor and Montblanc brand ambassador Hugh Jackman joined Montblanc CEO Jérôme Lambert for the global launch of the one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by “sfumato”, an ingenious painting technique developed during the Renaissance by the great masters.

Pioneered by the great Leonardo Da Vinci, the “sfumato” technique produces imperceptible transitions between colours and tones by using fine shading and delicate graduation between colours.

At its Pelletteria in Florence, Montblanc master craftsmen have developed a new collection by applying the sfumato effect to the finest and softest calfskin to give it an elegant patina that mirrors the luxurious qualities of the leather, and enhances its softness with a shadowed three-dimensional appearance.

“In the world of fine craftsmanship, we have found that by revisiting century-old techniques and ideas, new innovations can come to life,” explained Lambert.

“With the Sfumato Collection, our artisans have creatively borrowed a technique pioneered by the great masters to create timeless leather goods that have the distinctive qualities of a work-of-art. Because each piece of leather individually painted with the greatest passion and dedication, they are masterpieces in themselves.”

Meisterstück Selection Sfumato pieces were displayed in three areas, each one themed around one of the three colours of the new collection: rich brown, flannel and navy blue.

Following the presentation of the selection which includes a document-case, full briefcase, a large tote, a wallet, coin case, card holder and belts, Montblanc hosted a dinner for Jackman and 100 VIP guests in an atmospheric dining area lit by candles and theatrical spot lighting.
Available in rich brown, flannel and navy blue, and made of the highest quality leather embellished with a newly designed M-shaped leather clasp, each piece is designed as a functional and enduring lifelong companion, a statement said.

The Montblanc Meisterstück Sfumato Collection is available in Montblanc boutiques worldwide from June, according to the statement. – TradeArabia News Service