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Pirarucu Leather Cushion , 2024| New |
Cushion cover: Pirarucu Leather Nut-Brown.
Fabric cushion lining: 100% cotton.
Cushion filling: Down feather.Size 02
H 9.8 in. W 16.5 in. x D 4.7 in.
H 25 cm W 42cm x D 12 cmBHC.LTH.03-003Further images
Pirarucu leather brings new life to one of the Amazon’s most emblematic fish. Traditionally valued for its meat, the pirarucu’s skin was often discarded. Today, it is transformed into a...Pirarucu leather brings new life to one of the Amazon’s most emblematic fish. Traditionally valued for its meat, the pirarucu’s skin was often discarded. Today, it is transformed into a distinctive, durable leather that preserves the rainforest's natural texture and essence.
Working directly with riverside communities, our supplier sources hides from legally managed fisheries, generating income and strengthening local traditions while ensuring the responsible use of natural resources. At the tannery, the company applies an organic, metal-free process that combines innovation with deep respect for the environment.
The result is a rare material that embodies authenticity, sustainability, and refined luxury — a bridge between contemporary design and the cultural and ecological richness of the Amazon.Exhibitions
Joaquim Tenreiro: Inventing a Modern Tropical Living1of 8
