This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.
Product Details:
Baroque Peru tooled leather and wood stool
Exquisite furniture can be used as an ottoman
Seat carved from local muskwood and tornillo woods with extreme detail
Some assembly required
The Story Behind the Art:
Moises Alvarez Santti was born in the region of Ayacucho, Peru, on July 18, 1958. When he turned 15 years old, he moved to Lima to study leather and woodcrafts under the guidance of his uncle. After six years of apprenticeship I felt ready to start a workshop with my brother, Moises explains. Sadly, my brother passed away in 1980. Meanwhile, I was left with the huge responsibility of carrying on with the day-to-day activities of running the workshop. I've managed to maintain our business through a lot of hard work. And in doing so, I proudly honor his memory. To me, my art is the way through which I can express my country's culture, just like my ancestors did. I want to preserve our history and our culture so that it will survive the passing of time while transmitting the essence of Peru.
The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.
Imported
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5 of 5 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Tooled Leather Wood Stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)
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I luv Novica,August 1, 2009
By styefreakfrom St. Louis, MO
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"This stool is amazing. I was expecting vibrant colors on the top seet part, BUT, i cant be disappointed due to the incredible craftmanship and the legs are vibrant and beautifully carved. Thank you Novica!"
Review 2 for Tooled Leather Wood Stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)
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Fabulous chair/stool,August 14, 2008
By bird35from Southern CA
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"I absolutely love this work of art! The colors are vibrant and beautifully etched into the leather. The wood is nicely carved and the stool has a good weight to it. Very easily assembled though wood glue was not included. I really love this and have gotten quite a few compliments. BUY ONE while they last!!"
Review 3 for Tooled Leather Wood Stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)
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beautiful ottomans!!!!!,January 18, 2008
By JennlovesOverstockfrom San Jose, CA
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"I ordered 2 of these ottomans the minute I realized the colors on them. They have a reddish patina to the wood and have gold outlining the crisscross legs with a rosette in red on one side and light bluish-green on the other leg. The tooling on the leather seat is highlighted with gold, olive green and red. These ottomans are very elaborate, and will be perfect in front of my fireplace. If you are looking to spice up a room, I believe these will do the trick. Oh, and make sure you have wood glue, because it is not included, and if you are like me you will want to put them together ASAP... (I am writing this review an hour after receiving them from UPS :-) )"
Review 4 for Tooled Leather Wood Stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)
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Peruvian Leather Tooled Seat,October 5, 2007
By psdesignsunltdfrom Boston, MA
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"This artist does fabulous work. It looks exactly the same in the picture as it does in person."
Review 5 for Tooled Leather Wood Stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)
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Prettier than the Picture!!,September 15, 2007
By LOOSEELUfrom Naples, Fl
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"The carvings and detail on this piece are beautiful. It is very well made and worth the money. The colors are also beautiful. I was leary at first because of the cost but I truly love it. Very easy to assemble too."
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