Nice deal on the saddle. I would use a bit of saddle soap (go easy on it), and then rub in some leather conditioner (proofide or some such) until it doesn't feel too dry. I work one application onto the top and as many as it takes on the underside. It should still feel dry when you stop, but not dry enough that you feel it could crack.

As for conforming - it will take several rides. I got a bike with an Ideale 43 about a year ago. It is a very nice saddle, but it was shaped such that it was remarkably uncomfortable for me. After about 200-300 miles, it is no longer uncomfortable - though not yet quite perfect for me. Riding will not only help to re-shape the saddle to your form, but will also help to clean and polish the top of the saddle.

Remember - the saddle didn't get that way in a day, and it won't get back to the way you want it to be in a day either. If you can get it nicely broken in in 2 months, you're doing pretty well.