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Japanese group acquires Florence-based leathergoods brand

13/06/2019

Iconic Florence leathergoods brand Il Bisonte has been sold to Japanese group Look Holdings for €100 million. Founded in 1970 by artists and artisans, Wanny and Nadia di Filippo, Il Bisonte became famous for its independent spirit. However, following injuries to Mr di Filippo in a serious car accident, UK-based private equity firm Palamon Capital ...

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