{"product_id":"black-plague-doctor-mask-hieronymus","title":"Black Plague Doctor Mask Hieronymus","description":"\u003c!--\nATOM LEATHER — HIERONYMUS\n\nRecommended Shopify product title:\nHieronymus — Hand-Dyed Leather Plague Doctor Mask\n\nRecommended SEO title:\nHand-Dyed Leather Plague Doctor Mask | ATOM LEATHER\n\nRecommended meta description:\nHieronymus is a handcrafted, hand-dyed black leather plague doctor mask made in Bucharest from Italian vegetable-tanned leather and solid brass.\n--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHieronymus is a hand-built, hand-dyed black leather mask inspired by the strange, densely imagined world of Hieronymus Bosch.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sculptural in profile and precise in construction, it is made in our Bucharest atelier from Italian vegetable-tanned leather, polarized polycarbonate lenses, and solid brass hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach mask is cut, formed, dyed, saddle-stitched, and finished by hand, one at a time. Designed to be worn, displayed, and kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-dyed black Italian vegetable-tanned leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolarized polycarbonate lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid brass hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand saddle-stitched with waxed thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable leather straps with brass buckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVentilation openings along the beak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne size, adjustable to fit most adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom sizing available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Bucharest, Romania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Object\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Hieronymus Bosch, the mask draws on the unsettling beauty and improbable creatures that inhabit his paintings. Rather than reproducing a historical object, we approached the familiar plague-doctor silhouette as a piece of leatherwork: architectural, tactile, and intentionally strange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated beak, curved face frame, dark lenses, hand-dyed black leather, and warm brass fittings give Hieronymus a strong presence from every angle, with subtle echoes of gothic, steampunk, and dark-art aesthetics. It sits somewhere between accessory and artifact, functional enough to wear, considered enough to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits somewhere between accessory and artifact — functional enough to wear, considered enough to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade by Hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHieronymus begins as flat sheets of Italian vegetable-tanned leather. Each component is cut and shaped by hand, then dyed black by hand before the structure is assembled and saddle-stitched with waxed thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the color is applied by hand rather than produced as a perfectly uniform industrial finish, subtle variations in tone and surface may appear from one mask to another. These differences are part of the character of the leather and make each piece individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stitching follows the form from the tip of the beak to the curved edges of the face frame, becoming part of the design rather than something to hide. Polarized polycarbonate lenses are individually set into the eye frames, while solid brass rivets, buckles, and fittings complete the construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a substantial object made through traditional leatherworking techniques, without machine stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee how Hieronymus is made:\u003c\/strong\u003e watch the making process in our workshop on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7DrVVs44BW8\u0026amp;t=1s\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit \u0026amp; Wear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable leather straps at the back allow the mask to fit most adult head sizes. Ventilation openings along the beak provide airflow while worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a specific fit, custom sizing is available on request. Please contact us before ordering so we can discuss your measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegetable-tanned leather is a natural material that changes gradually with handling and age. The black color is applied by hand, allowing the grain and natural character of the hide to remain visible rather than covering it beneath a uniform surface coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle differences in grain, tone, and finish are therefore expected and make every Hieronymus slightly different. With proper care, the leather will continue to develop character and a natural patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade to Order \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Hieronymus mask is made to order in our Bucharest workshop. Please allow \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e for production before your order is dispatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll orders are shipped with tracking. You will receive tracking information once your mask has been dispatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnited States:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 7–10 days in transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEurope:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 10–14 days in transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRest of the world:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 10–14 days in transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery estimates apply after dispatch and are separate from the 5–7 business day production time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the mask in a dry place, away from prolonged direct sunlight and humidity. When needed, condition the leather sparingly with a suitable natural leather balm. For display, support the mask so the leather keeps its intended shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs every Hieronymus mask identical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Each mask is made individually from natural leather and dyed by hand, so subtle variations in grain, tone, and finish are expected. These differences are part of the character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the mask be worn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Hieronymus is designed as a wearable object, with adjustable leather straps, polarized polycarbonate lenses, and ventilation openings along the beak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order a custom size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Custom sizing is available on request. Please contact us before placing your order so we can discuss the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it take to make and ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHieronymus is made to order and requires 5–7 business days for production. All orders are shipped with tracking. Estimated transit time is approximately 7–10 days to the United States and 10–14 days to Europe and the rest of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Hieronymus mask is handcrafted one at a time by Vasile and Pavel Vasilache in the ATOM LEATHER workshop in Bucharest, Romania.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ATOM LEATHER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58227717407064,"sku":"AL-HM-BK-01","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/8749\/9864\/files\/PDM_Hyeronimus_Black_Atom_Leather_2.webp?v=1787418798","url":"https:\/\/atomleather.com\/products\/black-plague-doctor-mask-hieronymus","provider":"ATOM LEATHER ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}